Kraken’s OHL Prospects Light Up the Pipeline
The Seattle Kraken are leveraging top OHL talent, from seventh‑overall draft picks to trade‑deadline additions, to build a robust pipeline that promises immediate impact.
Jul 7, 2026
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Finn Kearns’ Unexpected Rise After 5th‑Round Draft Selection
Despite being ranked 468th by Top Down Hockey and unranked by NHL Central Scouting, Finn Kearns caught the Seattle Kraken’s attention in the 2026 NHL Draft. The tough, intelligent blueliner now outlines his next steps on and off the ice.
Jul 6, 2026
Kraken Tales: From Chants to Cross‑Sport Ambitions
A look at the chant for goalie Nikke Kokko, the Pikachu hat superstition of forward Mackie Samoskevich, the lacrosse‑hockey dual career of Finn Kearns, and filmmaker Jerry Bruckheimer’s investment in the franchise.
Jul 5, 2026
Kraken’s 2026 Development Camp Draws International Talent
The Seattle Kraken’s 2026 Development Camp brings together a diverse group of prospects, highlighting the franchise’s global scouting reach and the players’ paths to the NHL.
Jul 2, 2026
Finn Kearns Chooses Loyalty Over OHL Move After 2026 NHL Draft
Drafted by the Seattle Kraken, Finn Kearns elects to stay with his high school team, emphasizing defensive skill, family guidance, and a disciplined off‑season regimen.
Jul 1, 2026
Kraken Expand Roster with Eight Draft Picks Ahead of Development Camp
The Seattle Kraken announced eight selections from the 2026 NHL Draft, spanning five defensemen and three forwards, who will attend Development Camp at the Kraken Community Iceplex. National analysts praise the class, and public sessions are slated to showcase the prospects.
Jul 1, 2026
Seattle Kraken’s Scouting Chief Highlights College Hockey Path for 2026 Draft
Scouting director Robert Kron outlines the advantages of the college route for the Kraken's upcoming draft picks, spotlighting key prospects and the broader strategic shift toward collegiate development.
Jun 30, 2026
Eight UMass Hockey Players Drafted in NHL’s Day 2
Eight UMass-affiliated players were selected on Day 2 of the NHL Draft, bolstering the program's depth for the upcoming seasons.
Jun 28, 2026