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Kraken need (but still won’t commit to) a proper rebuild

One of the youngest franchises in the NHL is trying to get ahead of the pack, but is failing mightily. The Seattle Kraken have missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in four of the team’s first five years of existence, including three straight early exits since their surprising run to the second round in 2023.

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Down on the Farm – Julius Miettinen dominates WHL playoffs, Jake O’Brien makes his pro debut

Welcome to “Down on the Farm,” your weekly Seattle Kraken prospects update. In this week’s column, we’ll bring you on the ice in Coachella Valley, where Jake O’Brien made his professional debut this week.

Seattle Kraken News / Daily Faceoff / May 12

Report: Seattle Kraken hire outside firm to perform audit of hockey operations

We knew the Seattle Kraken were in for an organizational reset this offseason with the departure of Ron Francis as their President of Hockey Operations, but it appears the team’s overhaul will be more profound than initially thought.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / May 12

Seattle Kraken season review: What the data says about an up-and-down year

Earlier in the season, we compared Seattle Kraken data from the team’s winning streaks and losing streaks. Now that the season is over, I wanted to revisit that analysis and break the season into three buckets.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

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Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / May 8

Down on the Farm – Firebirds one game from Pacific Division Finals, Forsfjäll wins a championship

Welcome to “Down on the Farm,” your weekly Seattle Kraken prospects update. In this week’s column, we’ll update you on where the Firebirds stand in the Calder Cup playoffs, how Seattle Kraken prospects are faring elsewhere in their postseasons, and a big-time prospect turning pro.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 7

Offseason Checklist: Seattle Kraken

The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Seattle.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 7

2 early Kraken trade targets after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Seattle Kraken entered the National Hockey League in 2021-22 as the 32nd club. While they missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in their first season, they

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / May 5

2026 NHL Mock Draft, post-Lottery edition

Following the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery, the Kraken will pick seventh when the 2026 NHL Draft begins on June 26. (How did Seattle end up here, and how does the Lottery even work?

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / May 4

What went wrong for the 2025-26 Seattle Kraken

When a season unravels the way the Seattle Kraken’s did, there’s usually a laundry list of things people want to point to as the cause. I won’t hit everything on everyone’s list, but when you zoom out and look at the entire year, these are the areas that went wrong for the 2025–26 Seattle Kraken.

Shane Wright News / Sound of Hockey / May 4

What’s next for Shane Wright and the Kraken?

In a year that was expected to be a major step forward for Seattle Kraken center Shane Wright, the 22-year-old took a noticeable step back, at least statistically.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / May 1

Down on the Farm – Firebirds advance in AHL playoffs, Kraken have sixth-best lottery odds on May 5

This is your Seattle Kraken prospects update. Usually, I’d say this is your “weekly” update, but we’re returning from a two-week hiatus resulting from conflicting personal and professional obligations (and some draft preparations).

Seattle Kraken News / Total Pro Sports / April 30

NHL’s First Full-Time Female Coach Is Out After Just 2 Seasons

Before the 2024-25 NHL season, a team made history by hiring the league’s first full-time female coach. Two years later, Jessica Campbell is reportedly seeking new challenges in the competition.

Seattle Kraken News / Field Level Media / April 30

Assistant coach Jessica Campbell leaving Kraken

Assistant coach Jessica Campbell will not return to the Seattle Kraken next season, the team announced on Thursday. Campbell, 33, made history in 2024 when Seattle made her the first woman ever to hold a full-time role on an NHL bench.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 30

Kraken’s Jessica Campbell to explore options this summer

The Seattle Kraken could have a bench spot to fill this summer. Assistant coach Jessica Campbell is set to be a free agent for the first time since being promoted to the NHL in 2024.

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Seattle Kraken News / Daily Faceoff / April 30

Kraken’s Jessica Campbell to explore other coaching opportunities

A notable member of the Seattle Kraken coaching staff is moving on. On Thursday, general manager Jason Botterill announced that assistant coach Jessica Campbell will be moving on from the organization, allowing her to seek out a new coaching opportunity elsewhere in the NHL.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

Jessica Campbell not returning to Kraken bench after 2 seasons

Jessica Campbell has spent the last two seasons as an assistant on the Seattle Kraken’s bench, but she will be leaving the team to explore new opportunities, general manager Jason Botterill announced on Thursday.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / April 29

3 Takeaways From Coachella Valley Firebirds’ First Round Win Over Bakersfield Condors

The Seattle Kraken might have missed the postseason for the third straight season, but their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate team, the Coachella Valley Firebirds, is making them proud.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 25

The Kraken Need To Choose A Path This Summer

The Kraken missed the playoffs once again this spring, finishing with the sixth-worst point total in the NHL. They had the luxury of playing in the much weaker Western Conference, but still missed the postseason by 11 points, finishing with a 34-37-11 record and a -37 goal differential.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 23

2 early Kraken trade candidates after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Seattle Kraken haven’t existed for long, and they are still taking the steps in their development to become perennial contenders. The team’s lone Stanley Cup Playoffs appearance came in 2022-23, and they missed the postseason yet again this year after finishing 34-37-11 to finish in third-to-last in the Pacific Division.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / April 23

4 Coachella Valley Firebirds Players to Watch in the 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs

The 2025-26 Seattle Kraken didn’t have a great season, but once again, their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Coachella Valley Firebirds, did.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

Key Takeaways From Kraken’s Exit Interviews

The Seattle Kraken‘s 2025-26 season ended on April 16, after missing the playoffs for a third straight year. On April 17, the team hosted a locker clean-out day, and several players spoke to the media about this season and what comes next.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 19

NHL Rumors: Seattle Kraken, and the Toronto Maple Leafs

TSN: Seattle Kraken GM Jason Botterill will be looking to add some forwards this offseason, players who can score, according to Darren Dreger. Berkly Catton and Shane Wright are still developing, and adding some scoring help would take the pressure off.

Seattle Kraken News / Field Level Media / April 16

Kraken close out disappointing season while Avs prep for playoffs

Nothing is on the line for either team when the Seattle Kraken wrap up a disappointing season on Thursday night at the Colorado Avalanche in Denver. Seattle (34-36-11, 79 points) has been eliminated from the playoffs for the fourth time in its five-year existence after cratering late in the season.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

Kraken News & Rumors: Francis Out, Goaltending Woes, Winterton’s Return, & More

A lot has happened for the Seattle Kraken over the past couple of weeks. In the latest edition of the Kraken news and rumors, we’ll discuss what’s been happening both on and off the ice.

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.