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Kraken Recall Nikke Kokko, Matt Murray Away From Team

The Kraken announced that goalie prospect Nikke Kokko has been recalled from AHL Coachella Valley under emergency conditions. He’s replacing third-stringer Matt Murray, who’s taken a leave of absence for a family matter.

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Kraken won’t go far without a superstar player

The Seattle Kraken are still in their infancy as a franchise, but it appears they’ve come to the realization every NHL team has to have from time to time: sometimes, the path you’re on just isn’t working, and you have to start over.

Seattle Kraken News / Field Level Media / April 8

Ron Francis exiting as Kraken's president of hockey operations

Ron Francis, a key part of the Seattle Kraken organization since before the team's first game, is exiting as the team's hockey operations president effective the end of the season.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / April 8

Surging Knights visit scuffling Kraken as they battle for playoff position

At this time of the season, a glance at the standings doesn't always tell the full story. For example, take the Vegas Golden Knights and Seattle Kraken -- who are set to meet Thursday night in Seattle.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Seattle Kraken News / Inside The Rink / April 9

ECHL: Kansas City Mavericks and Seattle Kraken Extend Affiliation

The Kansas City Mavericks and Seattle Kraken have announced a four-year extension on their affiliation agreement which carries them through the 2029-30 season.

Ron Francis News / Daily Faceoff / April 8

Ron Francis to step down from Kraken at end of 2025-26 season

As the NHL’s regular season winds down, the landscape across the league continues to undergo major changes. On Wednesday, the Seattle Kraken announced that Ron Francis will be stepping down from his role as President of Hockey Operations at the end of this season.

Ron Francis News / Last Word On Sports / April 8

NHL News: Ron Francis Stepping Down from Post with Seattle Kraken

The 2025-26 NHL season isn’t over yet, and major news continues to hit the wire. After high-profile dismissals in Toronto, Vegas, New Jersey, and Long Island, the next major move comes out of the West Coast.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 8

Ron Francis Leaving Seattle Kraken

The front office changes will continue around the NHL. This time, it’s with the Seattle Kraken, as Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports that the President of Hockey Operations, Ron Francis, will be stepping down from his role.

Ron Francis News / NHL Trade Talk / April 8

Seattle Kraken Announce that Ron Francis Is Resigning as President

The Seattle Kraken announced on Wednesday that Ron Francis will be stepping down from his role as President of Hockey Operations at the conclusion of the 2025-26 season.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / April 8

Kraken’s Jordan Eberle Nominated for 2026 Bill Masterton Trophy

On Wednesday, April 8, the Professional Hockey Writers’ Association (PHWA) announced the nominees for the 2026 Bill Masterton Trophy. This award is given out annually to the player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey.

NHL News / Sound of Hockey / April 8

Three Takeaways – Kraken continue marching toward high draft pick with 5-2 loss at Wild

That was about the best-case scenario for Kraken fans. Seattle played a pretty good game against a much better Minnesota Wild team on Tuesday, it was relatively fun to watch, and the Kraken continued to help themselves in the race for the bottom of the standings and the NHL Draft Lottery.

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Coachella Valley Firebirds Check-In: Kokko, Jugnauth, Playoffs, and More

It’s been a while since the last Coachella Valley Firebirds check-in, and a lot has happened since then. The Seattle Kraken’s American Hockey League (AHL)

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 7

3 Takeaways From Kraken’s Frustrating 6-2 Loss to Jets

On Monday, April 6, the Seattle Kraken took on the Winnipeg Jets for the third and final matchup of the season. Heading into the game, the Kraken had won the two prior games and led the season series. The Kraken struck first with a goal nine minutes in, but the Jets evened up the score three minutes later.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 7

Kraken keep faint playoff hopes alive ahead of clash vs. Wild

Time is running out on the Seattle Kraken. With six games left and sitting eight points adrift of a playoff spot, the Kraken (32-33-11, 75 points) are looking for a spark.

Philipp Grubauer News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 7

Philipp Grubauer Leaves Start With Lower-Body Injury

The Kraken’s already slim playoff hopes were effectively dealt a death blow with last night’s 6-2 loss to the Jets. Now 1-7-2 in their last 10 games, the loss came with additional bad news as the team announced Philipp Grubauer‘s departure from the game in the second period was due to a lower-body injury, not a standard pull.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / April 7

Three Takeaways – Kraken’s “slow burnout” continues against the Jets

When Bobby McMann entered the Seattle Kraken lineup in the middle of March, he helped lead the team to victories on back-to-back days against Vancouver and Florida, while the team maintained the second wild-card spot in the Western Conference.

Philipp Grubauer News / Daily Faceoff / April 6

Kraken’s Philipp Grubauer leaves game against Jets due with lower-body injury

An early end for a veteran goaltender north of the border. As the third period began on Monday night in a game between the Seattle Kraken and the Winnipeg Jets, the Kraken revealed that goaltender Philipp Grubauer wouldn’t return to the game due to a lower-body injury.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / April 6

Monday Musings: Kraken are virtually eliminated

Last Monday, the Kraken’s playoff hopes were wobbling but still technically alive — thin ice, sure, but not fully cracked. I said three points would be acceptable, fewer than two would be devastating, and… well, here we are.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 6

Prime Monday Hockey: Seattle Kraken vs Winnipeg Jets

Monday Night Hockey on Prime continues today with a Western Conference matchup. This matchup features the Seattle Kraken visiting the Winnipeg Jets. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 6