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3 Takeaways From the Kraken’s 4-1 Loss to the Capitals

On Tuesday, Oct. 21, the Seattle Kraken played against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena. The Capitals took a commanding lead, leaving the Kraken with a three-goal deficit by the end of the second period.

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Seattle Kraken’s Jani Nyman’s Finnish Foundation & His NHL Blueprint

Jani Nyman’s game, like most Finnish players, was shaped in a unique way. For most players, they seemingly just appear, their performance and consistency driving more and more people to follow them.

NHL News / Sound of Hockey / October 22

Three Takeaways – Injury-riddled Kraken team comes up short against Capitals

The Kraken won’t make any excuses for losing on back-to-back nights—Monday in Philadelphia and Tuesday in Washington, D.C.—but if there were ever a time to make them, this might be it.

Berkly Catton News / Field Level Media / October 21

Kraken's Berkly Catton, after fast start in debut, takes crack at Caps

It didn't take Berkly Catton long to make an impact in his NHL debut. Seattle's first-round draft pick in 2024 got the secondary assist on Jordan Eberle's goal at 7:16 of the first period Monday, but the Kraken took their first regulation defeat of the season, 5-2 to the host Philadelphia Flyers.

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Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

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Berkly Catton News / Sound of Hockey / October 20

Three Takeaways – Catton gets point in NHL debut, Kraken lose to Flyers 5-2

With nothing else going on in the Seattle sports world on Monday, the Kraken had the full attention of the local sports fandom (right?). Sadly for those fans, the guys on the ice didn’t have their best against the Flyers and fell 5-2 in Philadelphia.

Berkly Catton News / Breakaway on SI / October 20

Top Prospect Making NHL Debut With Kraken

Budding young forward Berkly Catton is slated to take the ever-coveted rookie lap and make his NHL debut for the Seattle Kraken. Catton was Seattle's 2024 first round pick (No 8 overall) and will be making his regular season debut following seeing play this preseason.

Berkly Catton News / Sound of Hockey / October 20

Monday Musings: The train keeps rolling despite injuries, Catton making NHL debut

Don’t look now, but the Seattle Kraken have a five-game point streak to start the season and just grabbed four of six possible points on their swing through eastern Canada.

Jared McCann News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Kraken’s McCann ruled out Monday, day-to-day with lower-body injury

The Seattle Kraken announced on Monday that forward Jared McCann will miss Monday night’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers and is considered day-to-day with a lower-body injury.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 19

Will Kraken make it 5 straight overtimes against Flyers?

The Seattle Kraken are certainly getting used to overtime games. With each of their last four games going to extra time, the Kraken would love to post a 60-minute victory Monday when they continue their road trip against the Philadelphia Flyers.

Ville Ottavainen News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Kraken Recall Defenseman Ville Ottavainen From Coachella Valley

On Sunday, Oct. 19, the Seattle Kraken announced they have recalled defenseman Ville Ottavainen from the Coachella Valley Firebirds. This transaction is likely due to the announcement they made yesterday: Brandon Montour is taking a temporary leave of absence to attend to a family matter.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / October 19

Josh Mahura Wins Game in OT With First Kraken Goal

Josh Mahura has now tallied his first goal as a member of the coveted Seattle Kraken roster. And it was one to remember. His goal listed the Kraken over the Toronto Maple Leafs to give them a 4-3 victory at the 3:06 mark of overtime.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

3 Takeaways From the Kraken’s 4-3 OT Win Over the Maple Leafs

On Saturday, Oct. 18, the Seattle Kraken traveled to take on the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Seattle was on the board first, but Toronto was quick to answer back.

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NHL News / Sound of Hockey / October 19

Three Takeaways – Kraken defeat Maple Leafs 4-3, extend point streak to five

The Seattle Kraken took the ice in Toronto under the bright lights of Hockey Night in Canada on Saturday. And, following their fourth-straight overtime contest, the team took home a rare win over the Maple Leafs, 4-3.

Shane Wright News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Shane Wright Scores in 100th NHL Game

The 2025-26 season just began, but already Seattle Kraken players are ringing in their milestones. On Saturday, Oct. 18, Shane Wright played in his 100th career NHL game.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 19

Maple Leafs facing pressure as starting goalie rips teammates

Maple Leafs already facing pressure as starting goalie rips teammates

There is not a team in the NHL under more pressure every year than the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Mark Scheifele passes Blake Wheeler as Jets’ all-time scoring leader

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Noah Cates' first career overtime goal lifts Flyers past Wild

Kraken extend season-opening point streak with overtime win

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 18

Mahura Scores in OT to Give Kraken 4-3 Win Over Maple Leafs

On Saturday, Oct. 18, the Toronto Maple Leafs hosted the Seattle Kraken for their first matchup of the season. The game was a close matchup and went into overtime to decide the winner.

Seattle Kraken News / Field Level Media / October 18

Kraken win in OT, extend season-opening point streak

Defenseman Josh Mahura scored at 3:06 of overtime Saturday night and the visiting Seattle Kraken defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3. Mahura scored on an 11-foot wrist shot in the Kraken's fourth straight overtime game (one went to a shootout).

Seattle Kraken News / NHL Trade Talk / October 18

Top Defenseman Taking Personal Leave From Seattle Kraken

The Seattle Kraken announced that top defenseman Brandon Montour will take a temporary leave of absence to tend to a family matter. “No further details will be shared at this time, and the team requests that his family’s privacy be respected during this period,” the Kraken said in a social media statement on Saturday.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 18