Seattle Kraken vs Vegas Golden Knights Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 04/15/26

The Vegas Golden Knights will be lining up in their final regular season game as they host the Seattle Kraken. The game plan for the Golden Knights is simple, win and they secure the top spot in the Pacific Division, which is important to avoid a potential first round matchup against the always difficult Edmonton Oilers or the Anaheim Ducks. I expect the Golden Knights to come out of the gates flying and for them to be treating this as a must-win game. The Kraken have owned the season series thus far, winning all of the first three meetings. It is Vegas’ time to make a statement.

Rookie netminder Nikke Kokko is projected to get the start in goal for the Kraken. The Golden Knights will be able to capitalize on his inexperience and put a few pucks passed him. I won’t be over thinking this game, the Golden Knights need this win. They should be leading the game late into regulation time, which brings in the chance for an empty net goal if needed. I will be taking them on the puck line.

Kraken vs. Golden Knights prediction: Golden Knights -1.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.