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Kraken offer free hats to season ticket holders who tossed them before McCann hat trick overturned

The hat trick is a timeless tradition in hockey, as is fans tossing hats on to the ice to celebrate the hat trick. But sometimes goals are taken back, and if it’s the hat trick-scoring goal, the hats were thrown for naught.

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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.

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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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.

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Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / December 28

Kraken’s Jared McCann Activated Off IR

On Sunday, Dec. 28, the Seattle Kraken announced they have activated forward Jared McCann from injured reserve (IR). This comes just hours before the Kraken are slated to host the Philadelphia Flyers. McCann was a full participant in practice on Saturday ahead of this game.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 28

Kraken Activate Jared McCann

The Kraken will see Jared McCann return to the lineup against the Flyers tonight, teammate Matty Beniers told reporters (including Kate Shefte of The Seattle Times).

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 27

Sabres Trade Target: Jared McCann

The Buffalo Sabres are one of the hottest teams in hockey, as they are coming out of the holiday break on a seven-game winning streak. They sit two points out of a playoff spot, and four games above .500.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 27

Oilers pitched to go all-on on trade for Kraken star forward

Several names across different positions have recently been linked to the Oilers, with the latest among them now being this Kraken forward.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 26

Oilers Acquire Jared McCann in Suggested Deadline Blockbuster With Kraken

The Edmonton Oilers are coming out of the holiday break confident, having found themselves competing for the top of the Pacific Division and seemingly in position to ride their way into a playoff spot as the rest of the season moves along.

NHL News / Dose.ca / December 17

habs: 'Jared McCann would be a really good fit in Montreal.'

The Canadiens want to improve. To do so, Kent Hughes could turn to the trade market because he has several assets on hand to make a big move. The Canadiens’ GM has a number of draft picks on hand, as well as a number of excellent prospects.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 13

Kraken Place Jared McCann On IR, Recall Jacob Melanson

The Seattle Kraken have once again placed their top forward on the shelf. Center Jared McCann has been placed on injured reserve with a lower-body injury that is expected to hold him out for three weeks.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 12

Kraken’s Jared McCann Out Three Weeks

The Kraken announced today that forward Jared McCann will be out for the next three weeks with a lower-body injury. He remains on the active roster for now, but will be the top candidate for an injured reserve placement if Seattle needs a roster spot.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / December 12

Kraken’s Jared McCann Out 3 Weeks with a Lower-Body Injury

On Friday, Dec. 12, the Seattle Kraken announced forward Jared McCann will be out for the next three weeks with a lower-body injury. McCann suffered the injury late in the third period against the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday.

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Seattle Kraken News / Daily Faceoff / December 12

Kraken’s Jared McCann out three weeks with lower-body injury

The Seattle Kraken are going to be without talented forward Jared McCann once again, as the team announced on Friday that McCann will be out for three weeks with a lower-body injury.

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.

Seattle Kraken News / Daily Faceoff / November 26

Kraken activate Jared McCann from injured reserve

The Seattle Kraken are getting reinforcements back from injured reserve, as the team has activated forward Jared McCann in advance of Wednesday night’s game against the Dallas Stars at Climate Pledge Arena.

Seattle Kraken News / Total Apex Sports / October 25

Jared McCann Hits the Injured Reserve: Another New Injury For Seattle Kraken

Just when you thought the Seattle Kraken might actually have some offensive consistency this season, the injury bug decides to take another bite out of their forward corps.

Seattle Kraken News / Daily Faceoff / October 25

Kraken place McCann on IR, Montour returns from leave of absence

The Seattle Kraken announced on Saturday that the team has placed forward Jared McCann on injured reserve, while defenseman Brandon Montour has returned to the team after taking a brief leave of absence.

Seattle Kraken News / House of Hockey / August 30

Eastern Conference Team Shut Down in Trade Talks for Kraken 40-Goal Scorer Jared McCann

Jared McCann is drawing immense trade interest, but according to a report, the New Jersey Devils were quickly shut down by the Seattle Kraken. This off-season around the NHL has been rather slow, and while there's been rumours, we're yet to see a shocking blockbuster trade that could change things up for a franchise or two.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL Trade Talk / August 24

Kraken Keep Jared McCann Off Trade Market Amid Interest from 4 Teams

The Seattle Kraken have made it clear: Jared McCann isn’t going anywhere — at least not yet. According to Seattle Hockey Insider, the New Jersey Devils were among the teams told earlier this summer that the 29-year-old forward was unavailable.

Seattle Kraken News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Kraken Likely Asking Price for Jared McCann Revealed

Following another year of missing the playoffs, the Seattle Kraken are hoping for better results in 2025-26. Seattle has missed the postseason in three of the four years that it has been a franchise in the NHL.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / August 21

NHL Rumors: New Jersey Devils and Montreal Canadiens Were Interested in Jared McCann

Rob Simpson of Seattle Hockey Insider: The New Jersey Devils were one of the teams that asked the Seattle Kraken about forward Jared McCann and were told that he wasn’t available.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 11

Jets Linked in Trade as Rumors Jared McCann Now Available

With the NHL trade deadline approaching, Seattle Kraken forward Jared McCann has emerged as one of the most intriguing potential trade targets. Jacob Stoller of Sportsnet is reporting that he’s heard McCann might become available, and if it’s true, there will be teams lining up to make a pitch for him.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / February 12

Former 40-goal scorer emerges as potential Maple Leafs trade deadline target

With the trade deadline quickly approaching, Seattle Kraken forward Jared McCann has surfaced as a potential target for contenders. He could be a perfect fit for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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