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Seattle Kraken

Seattle Kraken center Jaden Schwartz (17) attempts to knock the puck past Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill (33) during the first period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023, in Las Vegas.

Golden Knights raise Stanley Cup banner, beat Kraken 4-1 in opener

Seattle Kraken center Jaden Schwartz (17) attempts to knock the puck past Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill (33) during the first period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023, in Las Vegas.

October 10, 2023, 11:05pm National Sports

Jonathan Marchessault scored, Adin Hill made 23 saves and the Stanley Cup champion Vegas Golden Knights beat the Seattle Kraken 4-1 on Tuesday night after a banner-raising ceremony. Read story

Seattle Kraken right wing Jordan Eberle (7) moves the puck as Edmonton Oilers defenseman Philip Broberg (86) defends during the third period of a preseason game last week. Eberle, an original Kraken, said he understands how last season -- disappointment aside -- helped establish the team.

Kraken begin Year 3 knowing they no longer can catch NHL by surprise

Seattle Kraken right wing Jordan Eberle (7) moves the puck as Edmonton Oilers defenseman Philip Broberg (86) defends during the third period of a preseason game last week. Eberle, an original Kraken, said he understands how last season -- disappointment aside -- helped establish the team.

October 10, 2023, 6:05am National Sports

Ron Francis knows how important last season was for the present and future of the Seattle Kraken. Read story

Andre Burakovsky works out on the first day of NHL hockey training camp for the Seattle Kraken, Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, in Seattle.

André Burakovsky back on the ice a welcomed sight as Seattle Kraken open camp

Andre Burakovsky works out on the first day of NHL hockey training camp for the Seattle Kraken, Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, in Seattle.

September 21, 2023, 6:02pm National Sports

André Burakovsky wanted a normal summer break filled with some enjoyable downtime sandwiched around getting ready for the upcoming NHL campaign. Read story

FILE - Seattle Kraken defenseman Vince Dunn controls the puck during Game 2 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series against the Dallas Stars, May 4, 2023, in Dallas. The Kraken have re-signed top defenseman Dunn to a four-year, $29.4 million contract, locking up one of their core pieces coming off the best season of his career.

Seattle Kraken lock up defenseman Vince Dunn with 4-year, $29.4 million contract

FILE - Seattle Kraken defenseman Vince Dunn controls the puck during Game 2 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series against the Dallas Stars, May 4, 2023, in Dallas. The Kraken have re-signed top defenseman Dunn to a four-year, $29.4 million contract, locking up one of their core pieces coming off the best season of his career.

July 21, 2023, 8:24pm Sports

The Seattle Kraken re-signed top defenseman Vince Dunn to a four-year, $29.4 million contract Friday, locking up one of their core pieces coming off the best season of his career. Read story

Eduard Sale, second from right, poses with Seattle Kraken officials after being picked 20th overall by the team during the first round of the NHL draft on Wednesday at Nashville, Tenn.

Kraken sold on Sale with 20th pick of NHL draft

Eduard Sale, second from right, poses with Seattle Kraken officials after being picked 20th overall by the team during the first round of the NHL draft on Wednesday at Nashville, Tenn.

June 28, 2023, 9:23pm National Sports

The Seattle Kraken were presented with a plethora of intriguing choices on offense and defense in picking 20th overall at Wednesday’s opening round of the NHL Draft in Nashville, eventually opting for 6-foot-2, 175-pound left wing Eduard Sale from Czechia. Read story

Seattle Kraken hockey player Matty Beniers poses after winning the Calder Memorial Trophy at the NHL Awards, Monday, June 26, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn.

McDavid wins third NHL MVP; Kraken’s Beniers wins top rookie

Seattle Kraken hockey player Matty Beniers poses after winning the Calder Memorial Trophy at the NHL Awards, Monday, June 26, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn.

June 26, 2023, 7:35pm National Sports

Connor McDavid won his third Hart Trophy as NHL MVP on Monday night, falling one vote short of unanimous selection after the highest-scoring season by a player in more than a quarter-century. Read story

Seattle Kraken general manager Ron Francis said he has been told by his players that there was a missed opportunity to do something really special with the 2022-23 season. (AP Photo/Ted S.

Kraken sign GM Ron Francis to 3-year extension through 2026-27 season

Seattle Kraken general manager Ron Francis said he has been told by his players that there was a missed opportunity to do something really special with the 2022-23 season. (AP Photo/Ted S.

May 31, 2023, 2:23pm National Sports

The Seattle Kraken signed general manager Ron Francis to a three-year contract extension on Wednesday through the 2026-27 season after the franchise reached the second round of the NHL playoffs in its second year of existence. Read story

Seattle Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol, left, with team CEO Tod Leiweke, center, and general manager Ron Francis. Seattle?s management is still dealing with the mixed emotions that came with the Kraken?s unexpected playoff run and the disappointment when it ended. (AP Photo/Ted S.

Rise of the Kraken leaves GM Ron Francis pleased, not satisfied after playoff run

Seattle Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol, left, with team CEO Tod Leiweke, center, and general manager Ron Francis. Seattle?s management is still dealing with the mixed emotions that came with the Kraken?s unexpected playoff run and the disappointment when it ended. (AP Photo/Ted S.

May 18, 2023, 4:02pm National Sports

As the Seattle Kraken scattered following the end of their second season in existence, general manager Ron Francis and coach Dave Hakstol received an overwhelming message from their players. Read story

Fans cheer as the Seattle Kraken celebrate a 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars in Game 6 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series, Saturday, May 13, 2023, in Seattle.

Kraken believe unexpected playoff run is the foundation for future success

Fans cheer as the Seattle Kraken celebrate a 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars in Game 6 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series, Saturday, May 13, 2023, in Seattle.

May 16, 2023, 6:00pm National Sports

Of all the victories the Seattle Kraken enjoyed in its second year — 46 in the regular season and another seven in the playoffs — the biggest was a broader win that went beyond the ice. Read story

Seattle Kraken center Yanni Gourde (37) celebrates his goal against the Dallas Stars with Oliver Bjorkstrand (22) and Eeli Tolvanen (20) during the first period of Game 6 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series Saturday, May 13, 2023, in Seattle.

Kraken outshine Stars 6-3, send series to deciding Game 7

Seattle Kraken center Yanni Gourde (37) celebrates his goal against the Dallas Stars with Oliver Bjorkstrand (22) and Eeli Tolvanen (20) during the first period of Game 6 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series Saturday, May 13, 2023, in Seattle.

May 13, 2023, 7:29pm Latest News

Jordan Eberle scored twice, Eeli Tolvanen had a goal and two assists, and the Seattle Kraken beat the Dallas Stars 6-3 on Saturday night to force a deciding Game 7 in their Western Conference semifinal series. Read story