Kraken get a thrilling win over the Predators on Kraken Day – Three Takeaways
We just had a feeling this was coming. Every long losing streak has a “bottoming out” moment, where the team plays so badly, you start to think it might never win again. But it gets past that moment, then takes little steps toward the win column. We thought the...
SOH LIVEBLOG: Kraken snap seven-game losing streak, beat Predators 4-3
Is Wednesday the night that the Seattle Kraken collectively get off the schneid and finally get back in the win column? It feels like it's been a loooooooooong time since we've seen the Kraken celebrating on the ice at Climate Pledge Arena, and that's because......
Sound Of Hockey Ep. 177 – Featuring Jared McCann
BIG-TIME GUEST ALERT! On the latest Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys welcome Seattle Kraken leading scorer, Jared McCann. John and Darren have a fantastic conversation with Jared about his journey to the Kraken, his experiences with the team in its inaugural...
Episode 177 – Featuring Jared McCann
BIG-TIME GUEST ALERT! On the latest Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys welcome Seattle Kraken leading scorer, Jared McCann. John and Darren have a fantastic conversation with Jared about his journey to the Kraken, his experiences with the team in its inaugural season,...
Kraken GM Ron Francis talks NHL Trade Deadline, the season so far, and prospects
Kraken general manager Ron Francis made himself available to the local media Tuesday following the team’s practice at the Kraken Community Iceplex. He touched on a number of topics, and while he did not drop any bombshells or break any news, he did offer some insight...
With trade deadline approaching, what should Kraken do with Calle Jarnkrok?
On the ice, things have gone about as poorly as they possibly could go in this inaugural season for the Seattle Kraken. With the team firmly planted in last place in the Pacific Division and pushing for a lottery pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, it has become...
Kraken coach Dave Hakstol’s scheme and philosophies: defensive zone breakout (Part 4)
In part 2 of this series I looked at the Kraken's approach in the neutral zone when the opponent has possession and is attempting entry into the Kraken's defensive zone. In part 3 I looked at how the Kraken defend against opposing possession in Seattle’s end. In this...
Kraken come out flying against Sharks, but lose seventh straight 3-1
We really thought Sunday would be the night Seattle would snap its six-game skid. The Kraken did come out flying and largely dominated the Sharks in the opening frame, outshooting them 19-4 and taking an early 1.25 to .37 lead in expected goals for. Yet, San Jose hung...
SOH LIVEBLOG: Kraken lose 3-1 to Sharks for seventh straight loss
We are not in the prediction business, but if we were… well… let’s just say that the Kraken have looked like they are ready to get off this losing streak in the near future. It’s been six consecutive defeats for Seattle, including a disappointing overtime ‘L’ to...