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When an NHL team gets scored on nine times in a game, one anticipates some changes to the lineup the next time out. Indeed, coach Lane Lambert seems to be sending a message to his veterans that their spots are not safe if they don’t do their jobs in the way he expects.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL Trade Talk / December 5

Seattle Kraken Searching for Offensive Boost as Trade Market Heats Up

The Seattle Kraken continue to explore the trade market for an offensive addition, and general manager Jason Botterill has remained active in trying to upgrade the club’s top six.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

3 Takeaways From the Kraken’s 9-4 Loss to the Oilers

On Thursday, Dec. 4, the Seattle Kraken travelled up to Canada to take on the Edmonton Oilers. Their last game was also against the Oilers on Saturday, where the Kraken were shut out 3-0.

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Connor McDavid News / Sound of Hockey / December 5

Three Takeaways: Kraken slide continues as they get spanked 9-4 by McDavid and the Oilers

Here’s the good news: the Seattle Kraken scored four goals. Here’s the bad news: [gestures wildly] everything else about this godawful game. There was a fleeting moment late in the first period when the Kraken looked like they had woken up and were going to overcome a 3-0 deficit.

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Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / December 4

The Kraken continue to find ways to weave themselves into the Seattle sports landscape

Seattle sports fans always show up – whether it’s at Lumen Field, T-Mobile Park, or Climate Pledge Arena – fans here know how to support their beloved teams.

Seattle Kraken News / Breakaway on SI / December 4

Torrent Capture First-Ever Home Win

The Seattle Torrent of the PWHL captured their first home win at Climate Pledge Arena with a final score of 2-1 over the New York Sirens. On a mid-week night, the official attendance was 8,622.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / December 4

Seattle Kraken’s Three Stars of November

The Seattle Kraken have been off to an incredible start this season. November was the first full month of the 2025-26 season, and although the Kraken could have had a stronger performance, they held their own for the majority of the month.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 3

Kraken eager to improve special teams in rematch with Oilers

One might suspect the Seattle Kraken spent most of the time off since their Saturday afternoon 4-0 loss to the visiting Edmonton Oilers working on their offense -- and more specifically, their power play.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / December 2

Strive for 95 (points) – December update for the Kraken

Welcome to the December edition of Strive for 95. The Seattle Kraken did what was needed in November and remain on pace for 95 points. The Kraken sit in the second wild card spot and have played only 24 games, tied for the fewest in the NHL with two other teams.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / December 1

Monday Musings: The Kraken lull

We were due for a week like this. I mentioned last week that I was concerned about the week ahead, and it played out exactly how I feared, as the Kraken dropped both games in regulation to the Dallas Stars and Edmonton Oilers.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 1

1 no-brainer change Kraken must make to fix putrid penalty kill

The Seattle Kraken entered December with an embarrassing distinction: the worst penalty kill unit in the NHL. At a dismal 69.2 percent success rate, the Kraken are hemorrhaging goals on special teams and desperately need a course correction.

Seattle Kraken News / Breakaway on SI / November 30

Torrent Makes PWHL History in Home Opener

The Seattle Torrent made history with their home opener against the Minnesota Frost, setting a new attendance record at a professional women's hockey game in the United States.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 30

3 Takeaways From the Kraken’s 4-0 Shutout Loss to the Oilers

On Saturday, Nov. 29, the Seattle Kraken hosted the Edmonton Oilers for their second game of the season. On Oct. 25, they played their first game of the season, where the Kraken pulled out a 3-2 win. They couldn’t repeat this success in the second game, as the Oilers shut them out 4-0.

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Seattle Kraken News / Breakaway on SI / November 30

Kraken Make Pair of Injured Reserve Updates

The Seattle Kraken have activated forward Kaapo Kakko from injured reserve, while placing alternate captain Jaden Schwartz on injured reserve. These latest updates were provided by the Seattle Public Relations department on the afternoon of Nov.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / November 29

Down on the Farm – Projecting Kraken prospects to the 2026 World Junior Championship

“Down on the Farm” is your weekly Seattle Kraken prospects update. We’re coming to you a bit late this week due to the holidays on Thursday (U.S. Thanksgiving) and Friday (first home game for the Seattle Torrent).

Jaden Schwartz News / The Hockey Writers / November 28

Kraken’s Jaden Schwartz Out Six Weeks with Lower-Body Injury

On Friday, Nov. 28, the Seattle Kraken announced forward Jaden Schwartz will be out for about six weeks with a lower body injury. With the several injuries already plaguing the Kraken, Schwartz has been an important part of the top-six forward group and key on offence.

Jaden Schwartz News / Daily Faceoff / November 28

Kraken’s Jaden Schwartz out six weeks with lower-body injury

The Seattle Kraken will be without winger Jaden Schwartz for the next six weeks as he recovers from a lower-body injury, the club announced Friday morning.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / November 27

2 Things the Kraken Are Thankful for in 2025

This Thanksgiving, we can reflect and be grateful for what we have. The Seattle Kraken have an impressive 11-6-6 record through 23 games this season, but with 59 games to go, they can already be thankful for two things.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / November 27

Three Takeaways – McCann returns, Schwartz exits as Kraken lose 3-2 to Stars

While the Seattle Kraken showed once again that they can be competitive in every game—even when the flow of the game is a little faster than others—they also showed that the Dallas Stars still have their number, losing 3-2 at Climate Pledge Arena on Thanksgiving Eve.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 26

Kraken activate franchise-leading scorer Jared McCann

McCann returns after being away from the team for over a month. The 11-year veteran has been recovering from a lower-body injury suffered in the Kraken’s Oct. 18 game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 26

Kraken intent on generating more shots vs. rising Stars

A team can't score if it doesn't get the puck into the net. Sounds simple, right? But it's something first-year coach Lane Lambert still is trying to get across to the Seattle Kraken.

Lane Lambert News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 23

Lane Lambert speaks on end of Islanders run ahead of return with Kraken

Seattle Kraken head coach Lane Lambert is facing a familiar foe. The Kraken’s head coach will lead his new team against his former team, the New York Islanders, on Sunday.

Jaden Schwartz News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 22

Kraken looking to add impact winger, re-sign Jaden Schwartz

The Seattle Kraken are searching for a balance between bolstering the lineup and not breaking the budget as the season goes on. Adding a top-six winger will be a top priority, but Seattle is taking a cautious approach with seven players headed for free agency, per David Pangotta of The Fourth Period on the latest episode of DFO Rundown.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 18

Nate Danielson's first NHL goal helps Red Wings down Kraken

Nate Danielson scored his first NHL goal and added an assist and Dylan Larkin reached the 600-point mark as the host Detroit Red Wings defeated the Seattle Kraken, 4-2, on Tuesday.

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Joel Daccord News / Daily Faceoff / November 18

Kraken’s Joey Daccord activated off injured reserve; Matt Murray out six weeks

The Seattle Kraken are getting their starting goaltender back from injury while losing one of their depth options between the pipes for the time being.