Analysis
Kraken Have Opportunity to Make Statement on First Big Road Trip
The Seattle Kraken have barely had time to get their sea legs, and already they're being asked to navigate some choppy waters.
Lane Lambert
Podcast
Kraken the Ice: New-Look Lineup, Bold Predictions for Seattle Entering 2026-27 Season
Following another season without a playoff berth, expectations remain tempered at best in the Pacific Northwest for the Kraken with coach Lane Lambert at the helm for his second year. With opening day just a few days away, hosts Nick Lee and Josh Frojelin examine Seattle's roster construction
Game Day
Kraken Struggle Defending Power Play, Drop Preseason Finale 4-3 to Canucks
Not able to muster late magic as they did the night before, the Seattle Kraken finished the preseason 3-1, falling to the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 on Saturday night at Rogers Arena. Overall, Lane Lambert’s group looked solid, jumping out to an early two-goal lead. But a
Analysis
Outplayed for Two Periods, Kraken Storm Back for 4-3 Shootout Preseason Win vs. Flames
Final score notwithstanding, the Seattle Kraken were largely outplayed by the Calgary Flames’ AHL roster in their third preseason game on Thursday night. But a third period comeback allowed the home team to squeak out a 4-3 victory. Even in a win, the Kraken were comfortably outshot 35-26
Analysis
Despite Rocky First Year, Lane Lambert Still Could Be Man for the Job for Kraken
The NHL Draft is still over a month away. The Seattle Kraken will pick seventh, by virtue of the draft lottery. For the third straight season, Seattle missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They have only made the playoffs once in its five seasons of existence. Last summer, Lane Lambert became
News
3 Takeaways From Kraken Management’s Season-Ending Press Conference
[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="4866"] Seattle Kraken center Chandler Stephenson (9) controls the puck ahead of Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Noah Hanifin (15) during the first period at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption]
Analysis
Kraken the Ice: Seattle Ends Disappointing Season With a Thud, What Now?
News
Kraken Lament Collapse, Missed Opportunities at Year-End Exit Interviews
SEATTLE — One month ago, the Seattle Kraken sat in a playoff spot, and after making an addition at the trade deadline on March 6, felt confident about their chances to compete in April. “I think we have good depth throughout our lineup,” general manager Jason Botterill said following the deadline.
Analysis
Post-Mortem: Three Reasons Why Kraken Failed Once Again in 2025-26
The 2025-2026 NHL regular season is now over. The Seattle Kraken failed to score a goal in their season finale, going out without much of a whimper, falling 2-0 to Vegas to bring another disappointing campaign to an end. The Kraken finished 34-37-11, totaling 79 points.
News
Kraken Stumble Early, Fall Short Late in 5-3 Home Finale Loss vs. Kings
[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="6000"] Seattle Kraken forward Ryan Winterton (26) takes a shot against l forward Quinton Byfield (55) during the second period at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] SEATTLE, Wash. - Trailing 2-
Analysis
Kraken Snap Skid with Shootout Win Against Vegas
SEATTLE — It looked like the same story. The Vegas Golden Knights executed a 4-on-2 rush, finished off by Brett Howden just 1:11 into the third period at Climate Pledge Arena on Thursday to put the Seattle Kraken down 3-1. After losing 10 of their past 11
News
Kraken Buried in ‘Unacceptable’ Loss to Blackhawks
[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="5638"] Seattle Kraken goaltender Philipp Grubauer (31) traps the puck during the third period against the Chicago Blackhawks at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] SEATTLE, Wash. - The Seattle Kraken’s