Bottom-Six Propels Kraken to Big Win Over Panthers
After snapping their four-game losing streak with a 5-2 win against the Vancouver Canucks, the Seattle Kraken’s new-look top line and trade deadline acquisition Bobby McMann’s three-point debut stole the show. Less than 24 hours later, it was the Kraken bottom-six that powered Seattle to a back-to-back sweep with a 6-2 win against the Florida Panthers at Climate Pledge Arena on Sunday.
With two goals each from the third- and fourth-line, the Kraken displayed the top-to-bottom production they’ll need if they want to hold down a spot in the Western Conference playoff picture, which they reclaimed after San Jose lost 7-4 to Ottawa on Sunday.
“We need everybody,” Kraken coach Lane Lambert said. “That’s the way it’s going to be, and certainly we need everybody and needed everybody on a second night of a back-to-back with a rested team here waiting for us, and Joey (Daccord) played well right off the start, and then our fourth line stepped up and got us going with some energy … so huge for us, but we’re a four-line hockey team, and that’s what we need out of them.”
Kraken GM Jason Botterill Breaks Down McMann Acquisition, State of Team After Trade Deadline
Striking at close to midnight - at least proverbially - the Seattle Kraken acquired Bobby McMann from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for a 2027 second-round pick and a 2026 fourth-round pick right before the NHL Trade Deadline on Friday.
McMann, 29, is a forward on the final season of a two-year contract with a $1.35 million AAV. He has 19 goals and 32 points through 60 games this season, which ranks second-most on Seattle behind captain Jordan Eberle (42 points).
Of course, that production came with superstar Auston Matthews at center. According to Natural Stat Trick, McMann had 238:09 of 5-on-5 ice time on a line with Matthews and Max Domi, the most of any single line combination in Toronto this season.
Jordan Eberle Signs Two-Year Extension With Kraken
The captain is staying aboard.
Just a couple of hours before the NHL Trade Deadline on Friday, the Seattle Kraken agreed to re-sign Jordan Eberle to a two-year, $11 million extension, locking him up through the 2027-28 season.
Kraken Re-Sign Ben Meyers, Ryan Winterton to Extensions
Ben Meyers and Ryan Winterton are sticking around. Coming out of the Olympic break, the Seattle Kraken announced contract extensions for both forwards, each of whom has impressed in bottom-six roles in their first full-time stints with the club this season, in a press release on Tuesday.
Meyers, 27, agreed to a two-year, $2 million contract ($1 million AAV), lasting through the 2027-28 season. After starting the season in the AHL with the Coachella Valley Firebirds, Meyers was called up to Seattle for a nine-game stint from Oct. 21-Nov. 13, tallying three assists before being sent back down to Coachella Valley. Following the reassignment, Meyers authored an eight-game point streak (seven goals and four assists) before returning to Seattle on Dec. 10, where he’s played since.
In 31 NHL games this season, Meyers has five goals and 11 points. Since his last recall in December, the Delano, Minn. native has carved out a key role on Seattle’s fourth line, displaying good chemistry and production with Winterton, Tye Kartye and Jacob Melanson.
Stripped of Hat Trick, Jared McCann Leads Kraken to Wild 5-1 Win vs. Capitals
While two separate chances to record a hat trick were taken away from him, Jared McCann finished with two goals and two assists for the Kraken to headline a dominant 5-1 win against the Capitals on Tuesday. What stood out from one of the team’s most complete games?
Berkly Catton Making Most Out of Developmental Role With Kraken
Berkly Catton, who turned 20 two weeks ago, grew up as the best player on his team — if not the entire league — at every stop along the way to the Kraken. But as is the case with most young players who make the jump to the NHL, he’s had to adjust to a smaller workload.
‘Weren’t Very Good at All’: Kraken Lose Crucial Home Division Matchup Against Ducks
With crucial points on the line against the Anaheim Ducks at Climate Pledge Arena on Friday, the Seattle Kraken floundered, missing out on a key opportunity in a loss Lane Lambert summed up as a “disappointment.”
Mistakes Continue to Plague Kraken in Return Home in 6-3 Loss to Penguins
A third period goal from Eeli Tolvanen gave the Kraken life, trimming the Penguins’ lead to 4-3. But the home side couldn’t find the equalizer before Rickard Rakell slipped an ugly goal past goalie Joey Daccord en route to a 6-3 Penguins win.
Kraken’s Second Period Burst Leads to 7-4 Win Against Bruins as Kartye Returns to Ice
With Eeli Tolvanen out, coach Lane Lambert broke up the highly productive fourth line for the Kraken on Tuesday night. It was a risky move, but one that paid off and then some as red-hot Seattle earned a 7-4 home win over Boston.
Kraken Settle for 3-2 Shootout Loss to Canucks
The Kraken outshot the Canucks by 16 across the third period and overtime, but couldn’t beat goaltender Kevin Lankinen with the game hanging in the balance, who turned in a gem to snap Seattle’s four-game winning streak at Climate Pledge Arena.
Kraken Extend Win Streak to Four After Christmas Break, Snag 4-1 Win vs. Flyers
In the midst of a three-game winning streak, the arrival of Holiday Break appeared to come at the worst time for the Kraken. But the long break didn’t cool off Lane Lambert’s squad, which kept rolling in a big win over the Flyers at Climate Pledge Arena.
Analysis: What Mason Marchment Trade Could Signal for Kraken
Following their 10th loss in the past 11 games on Thursday, the Kraken decided to shake things up by dealing their biggest offseason acquisition to the Blue Jackets for a pair of future draft choices. What does the decision indicate about Seattle’s future plans?
More Missed Opportunities Plague Kraken as Avalanche Mount Third Period Comeback
Facing the NHL’s top team, the Kraken put themselves in position to drive home a much-needed victory in the third period with a one goal lead. But in key moments down the stretch, Lane Lambert’s team came up short yet again, losing for the ninth time in 10 games.
Kraken Reverse Fortunes With Thrilling 3-2 OT Win vs. Kings
Entering the final minute, it appeared the Kraken would lose its sixth straight game in regulation, once again allowing the go-ahead goal in the third period against the Kings. But a late power-play goal from Matty Beniers forced overtime, where Vince Dunn ended the skid.
Kraken Concede Another Late Winner, Lose Sixth Straight
For the second game in a row — and the third time in five games — the Seattle Kraken allowed the go-ahead goal in the third period of an otherwise close game in Monday’s 4-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild. The Kraken have lost five straight in regulation and six consecutive overall.
Special Teams Woes Doom Kraken Against Oilers in 9-4 Blowout Defeat
The Seattle Kraken made history against the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night. Just not the kind they would want to write home about.
Mason Marchment Injury Disrupts Kraken’s New Top Line
Continuing to deal with injury after injury, the Kraken will be down another key player for at least one game in Edmonton, if not longer.
Philipp Grubauer Saves Kraken in Relief, Backstops 4-1 Win vs. Sharks
The Kraken were hit with a one-two punch at the end of the first period against the San Jose Sharks at Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday, losing their goaltender immediately after giving up a goal. But a veteran standby saved the day, securing a big win over the Sharks.
Kraken Bounce Back, Hold Off Blackhawks in 3-1 Win
In a 10-second span, the Kraken went from knocking on the door of a 3-0 lead to protecting a one-goal margin against the Blackhawks. But the home squad did not buckle, turning defense into offense late to secure the 3-1 win on Monday.
After Listless Start, Kraken Comeback Attempt Falls Short in 4-3 OT Loss to Canadiens
Despite the comeback going incomplete in overtime, Kraken head coach Lane Lambert made a personnel decision to jumpstart the team down three with 14 minutes left that allowed Seattle to come away from their Tuesday game with a point.
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