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...
Three Takeaways – Kraken prospects split their two games at Rookie Faceoff
The Seattle Kraken participated in the 2024 Rookie Faceoff hosted by the Los Angeles Kings this weekend, the first time they have taken part in such a prospect tournament. Seven teams participated in the series, but the Kraken rooks played in two games. Colorado...
Ep. 301 – Hockey is (almost) back
Hockey is (almost) back! The guys are back in studio, and they’re pumped to have training camp on the horizon. Kraken rookie camp got started this week, and John and Curtis were able to attend, so they give their early reactions. There’s also a fair amount of general...
Deep Sea Blue Chips – 2024 Seattle Kraken prospects ranking
Welcome back to Year 2 of our composite ranking of Seattle Kraken prospects—which we have called the "Deep Sea Blue Chips." Similar to our NHL Draft composite ranking—the Sound Of Hockey Big Board—we have gathered a shortlist of public scouting and draft analyst...
Kraken Notebook: Beniers, Larsson bring good vibes after contract extensions
The smell of hockey is officially in the air (and that's a good thing). The Seattle Kraken rookies took the ice for the first time on Thursday, and many of the vets have been skating informally for several weeks now. Before rookie camp got started, though, Kraken...
Four players to watch at Seattle Kraken rookie camp
Seattle Kraken rookie camp kicks off on Thursday at Kraken Community Ice. With four draft classes now in the organization's pipeline, there will be plenty of competition to advance to the main training camp, which starts on Sept. 19. Notable and expected absences...
With the Kraken facing a salary cap crunch, is a trade imminent?
The Seattle Kraken, for the first time in their young franchise history, are facing a critical challenge—navigating the NHL salary cap with no wiggle room. With fewer than 30 days until the roster is locked, and barring an unfortunate injury that would require the use...
Ep. 300 – Live from SOH Fest – Featuring Alison Lukan and JT Brown
Wow! The guys are STILL buzzing from Sound Of Hockey Fest, where SO MANY wonderful members of the SOH community showed up to enjoy some college sodas, have some laughs, and participate in games and giveaways. As part of the event, the guys recorded Episode 300 of the...
What Adam Larsson’s reported four-year extension means for the Kraken
The Seattle Kraken are reportedly signing veteran right-shot defenseman Adam Larsson to a four-year contract extension worth an average annual salary cap hit of $5.25 million. The deal was first officially reported by Frank Seravalli, though Larsson’s defense partner,...