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The Seattle Kraken and Vancouver Canucks will host a pair of development games in Abbotsford, BC, spotlighting emerging players while the long‑term viability of the showcase remains in question.
After signing a four‑year deal, Lindgren’s blend of selfless play and emerging offensive spark sets the stage for a breakout year in Seattle.
The Kraken enter the next season with a largely unchanged roster, notable signings and departures, and a management approach that could determine whether they return to playoff contention.
After years in the OHL, AHL and multiple NHL stops, Curtis Douglas signs a two‑year contract with Seattle, bringing grit and a proven willingness to drop the gloves.
The Vancouver Canucks are reportedly interested in acquiring Seattle Kraken forward Shane Wright, whose underwhelming NHL performance has sparked trade speculation. Agent Kurt Overhardt confirmed that Seattle’s management is open to moving the 2022 fourth‑overall pick, though they are demanding a steep price. The potential deal reflects a broader NHL trend of high‑draft‑pick forwards seeking new opportunities.
From Chicago’s struggling bench to Edmonton’s Cup‑or‑bust expectations, the league’s lowest‑ranked coaches are under intense scrutiny as the new season unfolds.
Despite impressive résumés, many NHL GMs find that past triumphs do not guarantee success in a different organizational culture.
The Kraken have rehired Jason Botterill and Patrik Allvin as assistant general managers, reuniting a pair of championship‑winning executives whose previous collaboration helped shape the Penguins' dynasty.
Chase Reid dazzled at the recent Social Media Combine, while veteran players like Pierre-Edouard Bellemare and Mark Giordano embark on new coaching journeys, prompting a discussion on professional analysis.
Seattle’s asking price for center Shane Wright has turned heads, while the Pittsburgh Penguins weigh defensive options and the league ponders broader questions.
Seattle Kraken officials have opened negotiations with the Vancouver Canucks centered on a swap that would send center Shane Wright to Vancouver in exchange for either Zeev Buium or Tom Willander, both of whom are emerging defensemen with promising rookie campaigns.
Curtis Douglas, standing 6‑foot‑9 and weighing 242 pounds, has agreed to a two‑year, $2.5 million contract with the Seattle Kraken, bringing both size and a commitment to mental‑health advocacy.
From Oakville to Seattle, 6‑foot‑9 forward Curtis Douglas signs a two‑year, $2.5 million deal with the Kraken, bringing a blend of size, grit and community activism.
Shane Wright's underwhelming performance and the Kraken's insistence on a fair price have ignited trade speculation across the NHL.
A look at the rise of Hawke Huff, the first Seattle Kraken prospect born in Washington, and his path through the USHL, NCAA and upcoming NHL debut.
The Seattle Kraken are using their development camp to sell Seattle to prospects, rely on young talent, and reshape roster moves through trades.
The Seattle Kraken have secured forward Curtis Douglas for the next two seasons, bringing a blend of physicality and offensive upside after a standout career across multiple leagues.
Chase Reid, the 2026 first‑round pick of the Seattle Kraken, threw a ceremonial first pitch for the Seattle Mariners, marking his debut in baseball while preparing for a hockey career at Michigan State.
ESPN gave the Seattle Kraken scant coverage during the NHL draft in Buffalo, opting to interview last year's top pick instead of the new selection, and the player's brief Canadian TV interview highlighted a stark contrast with other franchises.
The 2026 NHL mock draft highlights key prospects and the specific roster gaps each team aims to fill, from the Maple Leafs' top centre to the Sharks' defensive anchor.
Top NHL scorer Jason Robertson declined a lucrative eight‑year deal from the Seattle Kraken, prompting the team to rethink its strategy ahead of the upcoming draft.
Seattle re‑signs winger Bobby McMann to a six‑year, $34.5 million contract after his 10‑goal surge, while also adding 23‑year‑old Mackie Samoskevich from Florida.
Former Seattle Kraken president Ron Francis is returning to the Pittsburgh Penguins in a newly created advisory role, bringing decades of NHL experience and a proven track record of building championship teams.
The Seattle Kraken sit near the bottom of ESPN's expert rankings, with a dismal recent stretch and steep betting odds casting doubt on a quick turnaround