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Hat-rich Jared McCann, Kraken figure to challenge Maple Leafs

Jared McCann is a man of many hats. After the unlikely events of Tuesday night, he might want to consider opening a haberdashery. The Seattle Kraken forward received hundreds of pieces of headwear from a hat trick that wasn't in a 5-1 victory against the Washington Capitals.

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Kraken rumors: Shane Wright looking for scenery change amid trade buzz

Seattle Kraken forward Shane Wright has had a very up-and-down career in the NHL. He was the fourth overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft and was the consensus best player in that draft process up until the event itself.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / January 28

Kraken Notebook – Melanson under Duhaime’s skin, Lindgren on facing his brother’s team

After a big 5-1 win over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday, the Seattle Kraken had a light day Wednesday, with only Cale Fleury, Josh Mahura, Tye Kartye, Joey Daccord, and Matt Murray taking part in a very optional practice.

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How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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Jared McCann News / Field Level Media / January 28

Jared McCann's 4-point effort propels Kraken past Capitals

Jared McCann scored twice and added two assists as the Seattle Kraken defeated the visiting Washington Capitals 5-1 on Tuesday. Jordan Eberle and Matty

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

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 / The Hockey Writers / January 27

3 Keys to a Kraken Win Over the Capitals

On Tuesday, Jan. 27, the Seattle Kraken are preparing to host the Washington Capitals to close out their season series. Their first matchup of the season was on Oct.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / January 26

Monday Musings: Still on a ride

It was another roller‑coaster week for the Seattle Kraken, who traded off losses and wins to finish 2–2–0. Things opened with a 6–3 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins in which the Kraken started late, battled back, but ultimately came up short.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 26

3 Takeaways From the Kraken’s 4-2 Win Over the Devils

On Sunday, Jan. 25, the Seattle Kraken hosted the New Jersey Devils for their second matchup of the 2025-26 season. They just played each other at the Prudential Center 11 days earlier, where the Devils won 3-2 in overtime.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 25

Three-goal third period propels Kraken past Devils

Former first-round picks Matty Beniers and Berkly Catton scored 18 seconds apart to break a third-period tie as the Seattle Kraken defeated the visiting New Jersey Devils 4-2 on Sunday afternoon.

Shane Wright News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

Big trade brewing between Jets and Kraken involving Shane Wright?

The Winnipeg Jets and Seattle Kraken could be emerging as potential trade partners as speculation continues to grow around former fourth-overall pick Shane Wright.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

Nylander-for-Wright? Why this blockbuster trade rumor feels off

The rumor mill has shifted its focus toward a potential blockbuster involving William Nylander and the Seattle Kraken. It is a mock trade gaining more traction than many originally expected.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 24

3 Takeaways From the Kraken’s 4-2 Loss to the Ducks

On Friday, Jan. 23, the Seattle Kraken hosted the Anaheim Ducks for their third matchup of the 2025-26 season. The two prior games ended with the same result: the Kraken taking a 3-1 win. In this game, the Ducks got off to an early scoring start, just 1:02 into the first period.

Shane Wright News / Total Pro Sports / January 24

NHL Insider Says Trading Shane Wright For A $52.15M Rangers Forward 'Isn’t The Worst Idea'

The Seattle Kraken are quietly exploring a bold option as they look to fix one of the biggest gaps in their lineup. According to David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, the team is open to listening to offers for Shane Wright, a move that would have seemed unthinkable not long ago.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 23

Kraken Recall Young Winger Ahead of Ducks Matchup

The Seattle Kraken will reach the midpoint mark of a six-game homestand by taking on the Anaheim Ducks tonight. Anaheim will continue a season-tying five-game away stretch, and enters play against the Kraken with the NHL's longest active win streak of five games.

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Seattle Kraken News / Last Word On Sports / January 23

NHL Rumours: Seattle Kraken Looking to Move Former 4th-Overall Pick

Thank you for joining us with an edition of NHL Rumours here at Last Word On Hockey. This edition looks at the Seattle Kraken’s plan to move on from a former top draft pick.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 23

NHL Prediction: January 23rd Anaheim Ducks vs Seattle Kraken

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers at Last Word On Hockey break down the slate using matchup context, recent form, and underlying data analytics to project likely outcomes.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 22

Kraken Recall Jacob Melanson, Place Ben Meyers On IR

The Seattle Kraken will be down a hot hand for the final two games of their current homestand. Depth forward Ben Meyers has been placed on injured reserve due to a lower-body injury that has him out week-to-week.

Shane Wright News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 22

Kraken Open To Trading Shane Wright

The Seattle Kraken are reportedly open to trading 2022 No. 4 overall pick Shane Wright as they pursue adding an impactful top-six scorer, according to David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period.

NHL News / EasySportz / January 22

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.

Shane Wright 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.

Three NHL goaltenders enjoying career revivals in 2025-26

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 20

Three NHL goaltenders enjoying career revivals in 2025-26

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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.

Seattle Kraken News / Breakaway on SI / January 15

Kraken Establishing Identity in Playoff Hunt

The Seattle Kraken are right in the mix of the playoff race in Pacific Division and Western Conference. The young franchise is looking to make the second postseason appearance in their first five seasons as an NHL organization, and this year presents a golden opportunity.

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.