While no Kraken player or fan appreciates the final score, there were some positive numbers and strong showings in Tuesday's game

Sometimes the sum is greater than the whole of its parts, that's the value of measuring line combinations in addition to individual player performance

After three early chances to open the scoring, the Kraken can't hold off a Philadelphia squad led by veteran captain Claude Giroux and linemate Travis Konecny

Seattle entered the third periods against Nashville (Thursday) and Columbus (Saturday) with one-goal leads. Our analytics expert compares and contrasts the two final periods

Riding a strong night in goal by Philipp Grubauer, the Kraken get to first overtime in Columbus, falling 2-1 but earning one of possible two points in the standings

While a final score is the ultimate measure, Kraken fans can mark progress and winning ways with specific metrics such as scoring chances off the rush

How high-danger chances, highlighted by the team's performance in Vegas, will be a key to the Kraken's offense all season long

The Kraken don't back down in hostile Vegas, coming back from 3-0 deficit to even the score before a fluke-like goal seals it. Observations from Game 1, 4-3 loss

While head coach Dave Hakstol expects strong goal and shot protection from Kraken defensemen, getting the puck back and up ice is equally vital. Some metrics to support his case

The veteran forward is scoring already, but when you look at his game, there's even more reason to be excited