Seattle Kraken: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kraken Crush Islanders in Wednesday Rout

SEATTLE — On a night that began with a four‑game skid hanging over them, the Seattle Kraken reminded the NHL what they’re capable of when everything clicks.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 21

Kraken rumors: Seattle ‘open’ to trading former No. 4 overall pick

The Seattle Kraken struggled mightily to begin the 2025-26 NHL season. It seemed as if the NHL’s second-youngest franchise would once again fail to contend for a postseason spot.

Shane Wright News / NHL Trade Talk / January 21

Are the Kraken Really Willing to Trade Shane Wright Already?

The Seattle Kraken thought they had a steal when they selected Shane Wright fourth overall in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. The expected No. 1 pick slipped after the Montreal Canadiens shockingly passed him up, and it’s looking more and more brilliant as the games pass by.

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Seattle Kraken News / Daily Faceoff / January 21

Kraken are open to trading Shane Wright

When the Seattle Kraken drafted Shane Wright fourth overall in 2022, it looked like they had their future superstar. But now, it looks like his time in Seattle might be ticking down.

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There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 20

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NHL News / Sound of Hockey / January 19

Three Takeaways – Kraken give up early goals again, fall 6-3 to Penguins

Another game, another early deficit for the Seattle Kraken, who—despite starting the first couple minutes on their toes—quickly gave up two goals in the early stages against the Pittsburgh Penguins and found themselves chasing throughout the game.

Jani Nyman News / Inside The Rink / January 19

Jani Nyman Named AHL Player of the Week

The Coachella Valley Firebirds are in the middle of a five-game win streak. The Firebirds have a 21-12-4-0 record with 46 points and are six points back from the Colorado Eagles.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 18

3 Takeaways From the Kraken’s 6-3 Loss to the Mammoth

On Saturday, Jan. 17, the Seattle Kraken faced off against the Utah Mammoth at the Delta Center. The Kraken scored within the first two minutes of the game, setting the tone.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 16

2 Takeaways From the Kraken’s 4-2 Loss to the Bruins

On Thursday, Jan. 15, the Seattle Kraken faced off against the Boston Bruins. They just played against each other nine days earlier in Seattle, where the Kraken won 7-4.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

Kraken’s Brandon Montour Activated Off IR

On Thursday, Jan. 15, the Seattle Kraken activated defenseman Brandon Montour off of injured reserve (IR). Montour last played on Dec. 16 when the Kraken hosted the Colorado Avalanche.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 15

Kraken Activate Brandon Montour

The Kraken announced Thursday that they activated defenseman Brandon Montour from injured reserve. To open a roster spot, they reassigned forward Jacob Melanson to AHL Coachella Valley.

Brandon Montour News / Daily Faceoff / January 15

Kraken’s Brandon Montour activated from IR

The Seattle Kraken are getting an integral part of their defensive unit back. The team activated Brandon Montour from injured reserve, a positive sign that he is ready to suit up for Thursday night’s game against the Boston Bruins.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

3 Takeaways From the Kraken’s 3-2 OT Loss to the Devils

On Wednesday, Jan. 14, the Seattle Kraken faced off against the New Jersey Devils at the Prudential Center. The Devils got on the board first with an early goal, not even a minute into the first period.

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Jamie Oleksiak News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

Oilers Acquire Jamie Oleksiak in Suggested Trade With Kraken

The Edmonton Oilers could be looking to bolster their defensive depth before the 2026 Trade Deadline, and while a few names have come up as potential options, one name that has gained interest from fans is Seattle Kraken defender Jamie Oleksiak.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 14

Kraken’s Philipp Grubauer nearly sparks brawl after shoving Devils’ Dougie Hamilton

The Seattle Kraken are looking to continue their positive momentum heading into the midway point of January. A matchup with the New Jersey Devils provided an opportunity to get another important two points on the board.

Chandler Stephenson News / The Hockey Writers / January 14

Kraken News & Rumors: Stephenson, Montour & Olympic Representation

The Seattle Kraken are starting to turn the corner after their performance slide in December. The month of January is a big one for them, as they are scheduled to play 17 games in 31 days, which is their heaviest month of the season.

Berkly Catton News / Field Level Media / January 13

Berkly Catton breaking through for Kraken as they visit Devils

Berkly Catton will celebrate his 20th birthday Wednesday in Newark, N.J. But the Seattle Kraken rookie has already gotten some early gifts. Catton scored what proved to be the winning goal Monday night in a 4-2 victory against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 13

Kraken Activate Chandler Stephenson, Reassign Oscar Fisker Molgaard

The Seattle Kraken have returned to a fully healthy forward core. The Kraken announced that they’ve activated Chandler Stephenson from the non-roster list and have reassigned Oscar Fisker Molgaard in a corresponding roster move.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 12

Kraken rally past Rangers to extend hot streak

Berkly Catton scored the tiebreaking goal during a scramble in the crease with 7:58 remaining in the third period Monday night as the visiting Seattle Kraken rallied from a two-goal deficit for a 4-2 victory over the New York Rangers.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 12

Kraken’s Brandon Montour returns to practice amid 12-game absence

The Seattle Kraken are holding on to the final playoff spot in the Western Conference race. Ahead of their Monday matchup with the New York Rangers, they got a big return to the ice in practice.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 10

Kraken Activate Jaden Schwartz, Move Chandler Stephenson To Non-Roster Status

The Kraken will get a key offensive contributor back in their lineup tonight as the team announced (Twitter link) that they’ve activated winger Jaden Schwartz off injured reserve. To make room on the roster, center Chandler Stephenson has been granted non-roster status.