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Kraken’s Brandon Montour out two weeks after ankle operation

A couple of injury notes for the team in the Emerald City. On Wednesday, the Seattle Kraken announced that defenseman Brandon Montour and forward Max McCormick will not be with the team at the start of training camp.

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Early breakdown of the Coachella Valley Firebirds roster

As Kraken training camp gets into full swing, it’s a good time to also review the Coachella Valley Firebirds roster. Which new prospects are eligible to join, which veterans remain, and how will they impact the AHL’s veteran rule?

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / September 17

Five storylines to watch at Kraken training camp

Seattle Kraken training camp FINALLY gets underway Thursday with its first on-ice session. The early stages of camp are always borderline overwhelming, with more than 50 players spread across three groups.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / September 16

Kraken rookie camp notebook: Thoughts on Catton, Nyman, Villeneuve, Goyette

We’re in that time of year where every passing day feels like one step closer to hockey season. A new milestone is met, a new storyline emerges, a new roster takes shape.

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Jaden Schwartz News / The Hockey Writers / September 12

Seattle Kraken’s 2024-25 Report Cards: Jaden Schwartz

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 2024-25 season with a final record of 35-41-6.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / September 10

Kraken offseason review – Seattle hoping changes to front office, coaching staff, and roster pay off

The time… has come. Seattle Kraken prospects will hit the ice at Kraken Community Iceplex on Thursday to commence rookie camp, a few days ahead of the organization’s full training camp, which gets underway in earnest on Wednesday, Sept.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / September 8

Four prospects to watch at the Kraken rookie camp

We are so back! The Seattle Kraken kick off their rookie camp on Wednesday at the Kraken Community Iceplex, which gives us another chance to check out players from their impressive prospect pool.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 7

Bold Seattle Kraken predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season

Following a second-to-last finish in the Pacific Division last season, it could be tough to see the Seattle Kraken as a playoff team in 2025-26. The NHL’s newest team enters its fifth season of existence looking to improve on the second-worst season in franchise history, outside of its inaugural campaign.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / September 4

Seattle Kraken Reveal Third Jersey Ahead of 2025-26 Season

All of the teams in the NHL are currently gearing up to start the upcoming 2025-26 season. For the Seattle Kraken, this will be their fifth season in the league, and they have already planned something special for the occasion.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / September 4

Kraken unveil all-black, glow-in-the-dark third jerseys

After much teasing, the Seattle Kraken officially unveiled their new third jerseys on Thursday: a black kit featuring a glow-in-the-dark version of the team’s primary logo as its main crest, glow-in-the-dark nameplates and numbers, and a lot of stripes up the sleeves and on the socks.

Seattle Kraken News / Daily Faceoff / September 4

Kraken release new glowing third jersey for 2025-26

The Seattle Kraken will have a new look for select games in the 2025-26 NHL season, after unveiling a third jersey on Thursday. The team’s first-ever

Seattle Kraken News / Breakaway on SI / September 4

Kraken Unveil New Alternate Uniform

As the NHL's second-youngest franchise, the Seattle Kraken haven't had a ton of different uniforms in their brief history. They've had their primary home and away uniforms since they first hit the ice in 2021, along with a Reverse Retro in 2022-23 and a Winter Classic uniform in 2024, but they haven't had a full-time alternate.

Seattle Kraken News / Sound of Hockey / September 2

The Seattle Kraken will be more fun (and better) this season

Everywhere I go, people keep asking me the same thing: “So, are the Kraken going to be any good this year?” My answer? Better than the “experts” think.

Jared McCann 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.

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Andre Burakovsky News / The Hockey Writers / August 28

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Previews: André Burakovsky

The Chicago Blackhawks have an important season ahead of them. The organization has committed to building through the draft, and a plethora of draft picks are NHL-ready, or on the cusp of being NHL-ready.

Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / August 27

Kraken’s Catton and Nyman Invited to the 2025 NHLPA Rookie Showcase

On Aug. 26, the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) announced the list of rookies they invited to partake in the 2025 NHLPA Rookie Showcase.

Jared McCann 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.

Jared McCann 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.

Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Way-too-early Seattle Kraken trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The 2025-26 NHL season is just a few months away, but some teams should already be looking at in-season trades. With the expanded salary cap, there should be more action at the trade deadline for contending teams.

Seattle Kraken News / Breakaway on SI / August 21

Kraken Star Forward Not Available for Trade

The Seattle Kraken may be in a rebuilding/retooling period, but they aren't going to sell off their top players willy nilly. Case in point, Rob Simpson

Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 21

Seattle Kraken top breakout candidates for 2025-26 season

It was a step back in 2024-25 for the Seattle Kraken, as they finished seventh in the Pacific Division. The front office brought in some solid new pieces this summer, such as the Kraken trading for Mason Marchment and signing Ryan Lindgren.