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On YouTubeAdam Larsson News / The Hockey Writers / May 16
Seattle Kraken’s 2024-25 Report Cards: Adam Larsson
The 2024-25 season has been over for the Seattle Kraken for a while. While they did not have a great season, failing to make the postseason for the second straight year, they ended the season going 35-41-6.
Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / May 15
Seattle Kraken’s 2025 Free Agent Predictions
After a lackluster season for the Seattle Kraken, several players could hit free agency in the next month. The Kraken have both restricted free agents (RFA) and unrestricted free agents (UFA) who could hit the market in July.
Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 11
Offseason Checklist: Seattle Kraken
The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs plus those eliminated in the first round. Accordingly, it’s time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months.
The 'Stanley Cup Playoff points leaders since 1999-2000' quiz
How many of the NHL postseason scoring leaders since the 1999-2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / May 10
Who will be the next Seattle Kraken coach? Considering the candidates 
The Seattle Kraken’s 2024-25 season ended in much the same way as their prior campaign: another year of watching the playoffs from afar, with their head coach again being shown the door—this time after just one season behind the bench.
Seattle Kraken News / Inside The Rink / May 9
2025 IIHF Worlds: Beniers, Daccord Shine as USA Shuts Out Denmark
Team USA opened their 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship campaign on Friday afternoon with a convincing matchup against host Denmark in Group B play. With a roster stacked with young NHL talent and a clear commitment to speed and puck possession, the Americans were looking to set the tone early in their pursuit of gold.
Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / May 8
2025 NHL Mock Draft, post-Lottery edition
Following the results of Monday’s Draft Lottery, the Kraken are slated to pick No. 8 overall when the 2025 NHL Draft begins on June 27. (How did Seattle end up here, and how does the Lottery even work?
Seattle Kraken News / Inside The Rink / May 6
Release the Kraken…to the 2025 IIHF Men’s Worlds
With the start of May comes one of the best times of the year for hockey, the Men’s Worlds. While it’s not a best-on-best tournament, it is still fun to watch players come together and represent their respective countries.
Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / May 5
Kraken enter the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery with sixth-best odds
The first big milestone of the Seattle Kraken offseason comes tonight with the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery, which will be televised on ESPN in the United States starting at 4:00 pm PT.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 2
Lightning trade-deadline acquisition developed painful condition in April
The Lightning played their short-lived 2025 playoff schedule against the Panthers with an extremely banged-up roster (more on that later). One player who wasn’t available at all during the series was trade deadline acquisition Oliver Bjorkstrand.
Seattle Kraken News / Blade of Steel / April 24
Fans Left Confused After NHL Goalie Chooses To Play for Team USA Over Team Canada at World Championship
Joey Daccord is in a very unique situation, but with the Kraken goaltender needing to choose his international alegiance, he's shocked fans by doing just that.
Semyon Vyazovoi News / The Hockey Writers / April 24
Kraken’s Semyon Vyazovoi is the KHL Top Rookie in the Playoffs’ 2nd Round
Seattle Kraken goalie prospect Semyon Vyazovoi, playing for Salavat Yulaev Ufa, has been named Best Rookie in a Playoff Series in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) following an excellent performance in the second-round series against Spartak Moscow.
Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / April 23
5 Coachella Valley Players to Watch in the Calder Cup Playoffs
While the Seattle Kraken might have been eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Coachella Valley Firebirds have clinched their spot in the Calder Cup Playoffs for the third straight season.
Seattle Kraken News / Rinksiders / April 23
The Seattle Kraken have promoted Jason Botterill to General Manager
Though the playoffs are only a few days old, the Seattle Kraken have already started to make some moves following their disappointing 2024-25 regular season.
Ron Francis News / Daily Faceoff / April 22
Ron Francis’ tenure as Kraken GM was average at best
The Seattle Kraken have restructured their front office in a move that will see Ron Francis elevate to president of hockey operations and Jason Botterill assume the general manager’s chair.
Jared McCann News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22
Rangers trade proposal lands Kraken’s Jared McCann after playoff miss
The New York Rangers and Seattle Kraken both missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs this year. Both teams could undergo massive renovations this offseason with the playoffs in view for next year.
Seattle Kraken News / Inside The Rink / April 22
Seattle Kraken Hit Reset After Another Disappointing Year – Will it Pay Off?
In a bold move just days after the end of the regular NHL season, the Seattle Kraken have relieved head coach Dan Bylsma of his duties. Additionally, the franchise has promoted General Manager Ron Francis to Team President, allowing current Assistant General Manager Jason Botterill to take over GM duties.
NHL News / House of Hockey / April 24
Recently fired HC emerges as possibility to win vacant Flyers job
The Philadelphia Flyers are searching for a John Tortorella replacement, and now they may have found one in another recently fired head coach.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 22
Are the Seattle Kraken Heading Down the Path of the Buffalo Sabres?
Ever since the Seattle Kraken joined the NHL, questions have surrounded how they constructed their team and handled their business. From the expansion draft to last offseason, the Kraken have been looked at as a team that could be better, but they decided on a long path to success.
Seattle Kraken News / Field Level Media / April 22
Kraken tab Ron Francis as president, Jason Botterill as GM
The Seattle Kraken elevated Hall of Famer Ron Francis to president of hockey operations on Tuesday and promoted Jason Botterill to executive vice president and general manager.
Dan Bylsma News / Last Word On Sports / April 22
Seattle Kraken Move On From Dan Bylsma
After falling far short of expectations, the Seattle Kraken decided to make some changes. On Monday, they announced they’re moving on from Dan Bylsma, after only one year behind the bench.
Seattle Kraken News / NHL Trade Talk / April 21
Kraken Fire Head Coach Dan Bylsma After One Season, Promote Botterill to GM
The Seattle Kraken are making major changes after a disappointing 2024-25 campaign, parting ways with head coach Dan Bylsma after just one season and promoting assistant GM Jason Botterill to the general manager role.
Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 21
Kraken to name Ron Francis president, Jason Botterill GM
It turns out that relieving head coach Dan Bylsma of his duties isn’t the only notable change coming for the Kraken Monday.
Dan Bylsma News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 21
Kraken to fire HC Dan Bylsma after one season with team
It was a tough year for the Seattle Kraken this season as they were among the worst teams in the Western Conference.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 19
Rangers have big problems even after firing Peter Laviolette
The New York Rangers fired head coach Peter Laviolette on Saturday following a bitterly disappointing 2024-25 season.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 9
Watch: 10 players sent to penalty box after Kraken-Capitals tussle
Penalties are common in hockey, especially those involving roughing. However, on Sunday, one scuffle resulted in everyone present on the ice being served with disciplinary consequences.
Seattle Kraken News / Pacific Northwest Sports / March 4
The Seattle Kraken Trade Deadline – What We Can Expect
For the third time in franchise history, the Seattle Kraken are being looked upon as “sellers” at the upcoming NHL trade deadline. With 21 games remaining, the Kraken are nine points outside of the final wildcard position.
NHL News / Hockey Patrol / March 1
Brad Treliving trade target reportedly interested in joining Maple Leafs
The Maple Leafs need to improve their bottom six by adding some scoring and defensive acumen, and one target is mutually interested in joining.
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