Three Takeaways – Kraken rally again but lose to Flames in overtime

If Matt Coronato’s upper lip had been just a little stiffer, the Seattle Kraken might have won their game against the Calgary Flames in regulation on Tuesday. When Brandon Montour’s errant stick caught the Calgary forward in the mouth with 9:35 left in the game—while the Kraken held a tenuous 2-1 le...

Three Takeaways – Jani Nyman scores in NHL debut as Kraken rally past Canadiens

In a season that has brought some not-so-fun nights at Climate Pledge Arena, the Seattle Kraken managed to give their home fans a very fun night Wednesday. The Kraken rallied back from a two-goal deficit, scoring twice in the final 10 minutes to send the game to overtime, and then secured a game-win...

Montour nets NHL's fastest OT goal at 4 seconds

Brandon Mountour's goal just four seconds into overtime set an NHL record for fastest OT goal, lifting the Kraken past the Canadiens 5-4.

Three Takeaways – Kraken give home fans an exciting 6-3 win over Canucks

It has been a tough season for Seattle Kraken fans, no doubt, and they have endured some difficult nights at Climate Pledge Arena. But those in attendance Saturday were rewarded for sticking with their team, as Seattle showed emotion and resilience, feeding off the impressive energy in the building...

Kraken’s Brandon Montour Records 200th NHL Assist

The milestones keep coming for the Seattle Kraken. On Jan. 2, Brandon Montour recorded his 200th NHL assist against the Vancouver Canucks. The assist came off of Matty Beniers’ power…

Three Takeaways – Andre Burakovsky and Shane Wright break through in 3-2 Kraken win over Ducks

The Kraken didn’t make it easy on themselves, facing a 2-1 deficit entering the third period Monday. But they mustered just enough offensive output to skate away with a 3-2 win over the Ducks in Anaheim. Seattle got goals from a couple of forwards who have been struggling to find the back of the net...

Three Takeaways – Montour scores hat trick, Kraken roll over Canadiens 8-2

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Seattle Kraken Sign Joey Daccord to 5-Year Extension

The Seattle Kraken had a busy offseason in terms of lengthy contracts. Through the 2028-29 season, Matty Beniers, Chandler Stephenson, Brandon Montour, and Adam Larsson will all be under contract…

Three Takeaways – Shane Wright outstanding in 6-2 Kraken win over Oilers; Jared McCann injured

There was a lot to like from the Seattle Kraken’s 6-2 win over the Edmonton Oilers in their preseason finale at Climate Pledge Arena on Wednesday—but also some reason for concern. While players like Shane Wright, Brandon Montour, and Philipp Grubauer indicated they were ready for the regular season,...

Sound Analysis: Projecting the Chandler Stephenson era of Kraken hockey

Just moments after free agency opened on July 1 the Seattle Kraken stole headlines, announcing the team had signed defenseman Brandon Montour to a seven-year, $50 million contract. The move may have been a bit of “zag” for those expecting a forward addition, but Montour was a premier piece. And the...

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Hurricanes, Flyers, Ducks

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Brandon Montour commented on the fact he was seriously considering the Toronto Maple Leafs in free agency before signing with the Seattle Kraken. Meanwhile, the…

Forecasting the Kraken power play for 2024-25

Several weeks have passed since the Seattle Kraken made a significant splash in free agency by committing $90 million to two high-profile signings. Assuming no trades on the horizon, the Kraken’s roster appears set for the 2024-25 season. I have previously stated on the Sound Of Hockey Podcast that...

NHL Rumors: Panthers, Rangers, Oilers

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, could the Florida Panthers trade Aaron Ekblad after losing Brandon Montour and Oliver Ekman-Larsson to free agency? Is Jacob Trouba staying with the New York…

Kraken make another splash, signing Chandler Stephenson for seven years

After signing defenseman Brandon Montour to the largest contract in franchise history at the opening of free agency on Monday, Seattle Kraken general manager Ron Francis raised eyebrows for a second time by signing center Chandler Stephenson to a seven-year contract that carries a $6.25 million aver...

Cup champion Montour signs contract with Kraken