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Kraken Recall Logan Morrison

The Seattle Kraken have recalled forward Logan Morrison from the AHL under emergency conditions. He will help Seattle address a slew of injuries, including to <a href="/nhl/players/jaden_schwartz/127555">Jaden Schwartz</a>, <a href="/nhl/players/jared_mccann/323015">Jared McCann</a>, and <a href="/nhl/players/ryan_winterton/730109">Ryan Winterton</a>.

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3 Takeaways From Kraken’s 4-3 OT Win Over Lightning

On Thursday, March 26, the Seattle Kraken traveled to take on the Tampa Bay Lightning. The two teams kicked off the season series earlier this month in Seattle, on March 17, where the Lightning took a commanding 6-2 win. The Kraken kicked off scoring in the first period, but Tampa Bay answered back with a goal of their own.

NHL News / Sound of Hockey / March 27

Three Takeaways – Montour scores twice, Kraken earn “gutsy” 4-3 OT win at Lightning

Seattle Kraken coach Lane Lambert wondered aloud on Wednesday if his team’s rally back from a three-goal deficit to steal a standings point at the Florida Panthers on Tuesday could be the “event” that gets the group playing up to its potential again, something it has not done since before the Olympic break.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 26

Brandon Montour, Kraken earn key OT win vs. Lightning

Brandon Montour scored twice, including the winner at 2:47 of overtime, as the Seattle Kraken defeated the host Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Thursday night.

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Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / March 26

Kraken News & Rumors: Winterton, McCann, Molgaard & More

In the latest edition of the Seattle Kraken news and rumors, we’ll cover several different topics, including Ryan Winterton’s leave of absence, Jared McCann’s

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Lane Lambert News / Sound of Hockey / March 25

Kraken Notebook – Checking in with Lane Lambert as season hangs in the balance

The Seattle Kraken are truly on their last tentacle. The other seven tentacles have been sliced off at this point, and while the rest of the Pacific Division has done everything in its power to keep the Kraken afloat by mostly maintaining Seattle’s losing pace, the Nashville Predators—sadly—did not get the memo.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 25

Kraken trying to end skid, face smooth-running Lightning

If there was a game that encapsulated the Seattle Kraken's season, it might have come Tuesday night. Playing against the injury-riddled Florida Panthers, the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions, the Kraken rallied from a three-goal deficit in the final six minutes of regulation only to lose 5-4 in a shootout.

Oscar Fisker Molgaard News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 25

Kraken Recall Oscar Fisker Molgaard

The Kraken announced Wednesday that they’ve recalled center Oscar Fisker Molgaard from AHL Coachella Valley. The team reassigned right-winger Jani Nyman to Coachella Valley in the corresponding move.

Ryan Winterton News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Former OHLer Jacob Winterton passes away at 25 after cancer battle

The Ontario Hockey League announced Wednesday the death of former player Jacob Winterton after a battle with cancer. He was 25. “The OHL sends thoughts and condolences to the Winterton family, as well as Jacob’s friends during this difficult time,” the league wrote in a statement.

NHL News / Sound of Hockey / March 24

Three Takeaways – Kraken erase three-goal deficit but lose to Panthers in shootout

Just when you think they’re 100 percent dead—season’s over, nothing left to see here—the Seattle Kraken rally back from a three-goal deficit in the third period… and still lose in a shootout to the Florida Panthers.

Adam Larsson News / Daily Faceoff / March 24

Kraken’s Adam Larsson plays in 1,000th NHL game

Adam Larsson made history Tuesday night, skating in the 1,000th NHL regular-season game of his career as the Seattle Kraken take on the Florida Panthers.

Adam Larsson News / The Hockey Writers / March 24

Kraken’s Adam Larsson Set to Skate in His 1,000th Game

On Tuesday, March 24, Seattle Kraken’s Adam Larsson will join an exclusive club: becoming another player to play in 1,000 games. He has had a long and storied career in the NHL thus far and should be incredibly proud of this accomplishment.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 23

'Desperate' Kraken out to boost playoff hopes vs. ailing Panthers

The Seattle Kraken have gone cold, and their frigid play has put their shot at the playoffs in serious jeopardy. Seattle (31-29-9, 71 points), which has lost three straight and seven of its past nine, visits the Florida Panthers (34-32-3, 71 points) on Tuesday night in Sunrise, Fla.

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Ryan Winterton News / Daily Faceoff / March 23

Kraken’s Ryan Winterton takes leave of absence

The Seattle Kraken will be without one of their young forwards for some time. On Monday, the team announced that Ryan Winterton will be taking a temporary leave of absence to attend to a family matter.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / March 23

Monday Musings: The devastation continues

It was a devastating week for the Kraken, yet remarkably, they remain in the playoff hunt, albeit hanging on the outside right now. This is uncharted territory for the franchise, which has never truly been in a nip‑and‑tuck race to get into the playoffs.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 23

Hurricanes, Kraken To Play 2026 Global Series In Finland

The Hurricanes and Kraken will play a pair of games in Helsinki, Finland, on Nov. 12 and 14 next season as part of the 2026 Global Series, the league announced.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / March 23

Kraken heading to Finland for NHL Global Series in November

The NHL is sending the Seattle Kraken overseas next fall for a two‑game set in Helsinki as part of the 2026 NHL Global Series. Seattle will face the Carolina Hurricanes on Nov.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 22

3 Takeaways From Kraken’s 5-2 Loss to Blue Jackets

On Saturday, March 21, the Seattle Kraken faced off against the Columbus Blue Jackets for their second and final game of the season. The Blue Jackets won the first game 2-1 after a shootout. Columbus started out strong, scoring three goals in the first period.

Kim Saarinen News / Sound of Hockey / March 21

Down on the Farm – Saarinen’s Liiga dominance, and the Kraken development track record

This is “Down on the Farm,” your weekly Seattle Kraken prospects update. Believe it or not, we’re nearing the end of prospect seasons around the globe.

Jani Nyman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 18

Kraken Recall Jani Nyman On Emergency Basis

The Kraken announced that they’ve recalled winger Jani Nyman from AHL Coachella Valley under emergency conditions. Seattle hadn’t yet burned through any of its five post-deadline standard recalls anyway.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 17

NHL Predictions: March 17 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Seattle Kraken

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 12

Kraken rumors: Seattle will begin negotiating with key UFA forward this week

The Seattle Kraken are beginning to follow a bit of a pattern with their roster. During the trade deadline, Seattle was involved in discussions that didn’t amount to anything, but they did make a bit of a splash on the big day.

Jaden Schwartz News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 9

Jaden Schwartz gets brutal injury update amid Kraken playoff push

The Jaden Schwartz injury on Saturday night is one that every hockey fan hates to see, not only Seattle Kraken supporters. The forward was moving through center ice during the team’s 7-4 loss to the Ottawa Senators and was struck in the face by an errant skate.

Seattle Kraken News / Breakaway on SI / March 9

Kraken Rule Out Veteran Forward Indefinitely

Jaden Schwartz of the Seattle Kraken has been ruled out indefinitely due to an upper-body injury. The Kraken made the announcement on March 9. Schwartz

Shane Wright News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Seattle Kraken: Franchise Ready to Trade Shane Wright According to One NHL Analyst

Shane Wright was the fourth overall pick in the NHL Draft in 2022 by the Seattle Kraken. This season, he has scored 11 goals and has recorded 11 assists, in 57 games played.