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?
‘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.”
Kraken Snap Skid in 4-1 Win vs. Islanders With Stellar Penalty Kill
It was a busy night for the Kraken penalty kill against the Islanders at Climate Pledge Arena on Wednesday, going 6-for-7 as Seattle snapped a four-game losing streak. How did the Kraken get it done after falling behind early?
Kraken Build ‘Rare’ Big Lead, Extend Point Streak to Six Against Predators
Continuing to play much better on the ice, the Kraken extended their points streak to six thanks to an explosive first period that had been unrivaled by the franchise in over a calendar year. How did Seattle put away Nashville swiftly 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?
‘The Guys Have to Do Their Job’: Kraken Skid Continues in 3-1 Loss to Sabres
Losing their eighth game in nine tries, much to the frustration of Lane Lambert, the Kraken once again were plagued by many of the same problems that have upended a promising start, this time falling to the Sabres at home.
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.
Brandon Montour’s Status Uncertain for Kraken Opening Night
The Seattle Kraken defenseman has missed training camp with an ankle injury, and coach Lane Lambert said he has “no idea” if Montour will be available by Thursday’s season-opener.
Seattle Kraken Position Group Overviews: Defensemen
Only a month away from the start of training camp, the Kraken not only return several quality defensemen, but they further bolstered that group during free agency. Will the unit be able to mesh in Lane Lambert’s system?
Analysis: What Ryker Evans Extension Means For Seattle Kraken
Securing one of their top young defenders for continued development under Lane Lambert’s new coaching staff, the Kraken handed Ryker Evans a new deal with hopes he will keep lifting his game in 2025-26 and beyond.