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The Coachella Valley Firebirds are poised for a reshaped roster as they blend promising rookies with veteran departures, setting the stage for the upcoming AHL season
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The Coachella Valley Firebirds are poised for a reshaped roster as they blend promising rookies with veteran departures, setting the stage for the upcoming AHL season

Jared McCann returns from a 30‑game injury stretch, while prospects Miettinen and Bernier chase Memorial Cup glory and the Kansas City Mavericks eye the Kelly Cup.

The Everett Silvertips defeated the Chicoutimi Saguenéens 6-1 in the Memorial Cup semifinal, with DuPont scoring twice and Miettinen adding the final goal. The team will now face the Kitchener Rangers in the championship game.

The Seattle Kraken have signed defenseman Alexis Bernier to a three‑year deal, ensuring his presence for a Memorial Cup matchup against another Kraken prospect in Kelowna, BC.

Seattle Kraken prospects Julius Miettinen and Alexis Bernier, fresh from championship triumphs, prepare to clash at the 2026 Memorial Cup in Kelowna, BC, as the tournament’s mental demands take center stage.

The Seattle Kraken have agreed to a three‑year, $1.03 million‑per‑year deal with prospect Alexis Bernier, a move that adds depth to their defensive corps.

The Seattle Kraken have announced the signing of 19‑year‑old defenseman Alexis Bernier to a three‑year, entry‑level contract after his standout performance in the QMJHL, where he helped the Chicoutimi Saguenéens capture the league championship.

The Seattle Kraken are poised to make a notable selection at the top of the upcoming NHL Draft, eyeing University of North Dakota defenseman Keaton Verhoeff as a potential cornerstone for their blue line. Meanwhile, the Coachella Valley Firebirds are locked in a tightly contested series against the Colorado Eagles, with J.R. Avon delivering a pivotal performance. The Kraken's ECHL affiliate, the Kansas City Mavericks, have completed a four‑game sweep of the Mountain Division Finals, extending their perfect postseason record.