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Vancouver Canucks Announce Preseason Schedule
On Friday afternoon, the Vancouver Canucks announced their 2024-25 preseason schedule. It consists of six games and starts out facing the Seattle Kraken on September 24th, followed by the Calgary Flames on September 25th. The Canucks will hit the road after that to take on the Kraken again on September 27th in Seattle, followed by […]
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The Best Landing Spots for Chandler Stephenson
Chandler Stephenson becomes a free agent on July 1st when the new league year in the NHL begins. The 6’0, 209lb center from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, will be looking to sign a contract that will set him and his family up for life. Stephenson turned 30 on April 22nd, and this could be his last chance at […]
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The Best Landing Spots for Sam Reinhart
Sam Reinhart is set to hit free agency on July 1st on the heels of a career-best season for the 28-year-old Florida Panther. Reinhart, the 2nd overall pick in the 2014 NHL Draft, had career highs in goals, points, shot percentage, and power-play goals. The West Vancouver native enters free agency as the most coveted […]
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Talking Hockey, Life, and Broadcasting with Nick Olczyk of the Seattle Kraken
Seattle Kraken/TNT color analyst Eddie Olczyk always dreamed about playing in the NHL. The man they call “Edzo” accomplished that and more in a terrific 18-year playing career in the league. He finished with 794 points (342 goals and 452 assists) in 1,031 games before having a brief coaching stint and then moving into the broadcasting booth full-time. […]
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Dan Bylsma Returns to NHL as Seattle Kraken Head Coach
Dan Bylsma is making his return to the NHL for the first time in seven years as head coach of the Seattle Kraken. This will make him the second head coach in franchise history after former coach Dave Hakstol was relieved of his duties earlier last month. Bylsma, 53, has spent the past two seasons […]
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Seattle Kraken in the IIHF Men’s Worlds 2024
Seven of the Seattle Kraken headed over to Prague to play in the IIHF World Championships shortly after the season ended. The World Championships are an annual international men’s ice hockey tournament that is organized by the International Ice Hockey Federation. This tournament typically takes place at the same time as the Stanley Cup Playoffs, […]
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A Look Into 3 Potential Candidates to Coach the Seattle Kraken
As the dust settles on the announcement of Dave Hakstol’s release from the Seattle Kraken, news surrounding a new head coach for the franchise has been at a standstill. As the Kraken searches for Hakstol’s replacement, they must look for someone with a proven track record and the ability to build up young talent. Though the franchise has […]
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Promising Future for Seattle Kraken Prospect Jagger Firkus
Seattle Kraken prospect and Moose Jaw Warriors forward Jagger Firkus has proven himself to be a valuable player in the Western Hockey League. This week, Firkus was awarded not one but two trophies for his outstanding performance during the 2023-24 season. Related Post: On May 8, 2024, he was announced as this year’s Bob Clarke Trophy […]
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Quick Guide to the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery
The 2024 NHL Draft Lottery is set to take place on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at the NHL Network’s studio in Secaucus, New Jersey. The 16 teams that find themselves in the draft lottery can move up in the draft, but only the top 11 can land a chance at drafting first overall later in […]
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Dave Hakstol’s Future With Seattle Kraken Comes to an End
After an unsuccessful year for the Seattle Kraken, General Manager Ron Francis announced today that the franchise has relieved head coach Dave Hakstol and assistant coach Paul McFarland of their duties. However, this decision is not particularly surprising. During his end-of-season interview on April 22, Francis was asked about Hakstol’s status but refused to give a […]
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