NHL · Saturday, October 17, 2026
Seattle Kraken at Florida Panthers: NHL start time, rest and research checklist
6:00 PM ET (3:00 PM PT). Game 4 of 14 on the NHL slate, with each team's last result, rest and next game.
By DeepChamp research team · Updated · Methods and limitations
Short answer
Seattle Kraken played at Florida Panthers on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET (3:00 PM PT) in the NHL. Final score: Seattle Kraken 3, Florida Panthers 8. The schedule data shows no unusual rest or back-to-back context for either team. This page covers the schedule and what to check; it carries no odds and no picks.
Final: Seattle Kraken 3, Florida Panthers 8
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Both teams: last result, rest and next game
Away
Seattle Kraken
Seattle Kraken lost on the road at Tampa Bay Lightning 3-4 on Thu, Oct 15. Full days off before this game: 1.
Next on the schedule: home against Detroit Red Wings on Tue, Oct 20 at 9:40 PM ET.
Home
Florida Panthers
Florida Panthers won at home against Vancouver Canucks 3-2 on Thu, Oct 15. Full days off before this game: 1.
Next on the schedule: at Ottawa Senators on Wed, Oct 21 at 7:30 PM ET.
Research checklist for Seattle Kraken at Florida Panthers
Hockey scoring is low and high-variance, so research focuses on shot volume, ice time and goaltending rather than on the final score alone.
- Check the final injury and availability reports for Seattle Kraken and Florida Panthers close to the start.
- Check the confirmed starting goalie, which is often announced on game day and moves totals.
- Look at line combinations and power-play units before trusting a shots or points number.
- Convert any price you are offered to a break-even probability and compare it with your own estimate.
- Write down your reason before you place anything, and decide your unit size in advance.
Questions about this game
What time did Seattle Kraken vs Florida Panthers start on Sat, Oct 17?
Seattle Kraken at Florida Panthers was scheduled for 6:00 PM ET (3:00 PM PT) on Saturday, October 17, 2026. It was game 4 of 14 on the NHL slate.
What was the score of Seattle Kraken at Florida Panthers on Sat, Oct 17?
Seattle Kraken 3, Florida Panthers 8 (final).
When did Seattle Kraken last play before this game?
Seattle Kraken lost on the road at Tampa Bay Lightning 3-4 on Thu, Oct 15.
When did Florida Panthers last play before this game?
Florida Panthers won at home against Vancouver Canucks 3-2 on Thu, Oct 15.
Is either team on a back-to-back in Seattle Kraken vs Florida Panthers?
Neither team is playing the second night of a back-to-back based on the schedule we read.
Does this page include odds or picks for Seattle Kraken vs Florida Panthers?
No. It is a schedule and research page built from game times and rest context. DeepChamp AI is an independent research app, not a sportsbook, and nothing here guarantees a betting outcome. Use the DeepChamp AI app for line movement and player prop research.
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