The Seattle Kraken named Jordan Eberle their second captain in franchise history just before the season began, on October 8th. He chipped in an assist that evening, in their 3-2 loss to kick off their 2024-25 campaign. Eberle came to Seattle as the team’s expansion draft selection from the New York Islanders back in 2021. As one of the team’s few higher profile players, he … [Read more...] about Kraken Captain Jordan Eberle Refreshed Early in Season
Seattle Kraken Finding Rhythm Under Coach Dan Bylsma
Whenever a team brings on a new head coach, everyone holds their breath. How much success and failure actually rides on the coach remains a fun debate topic for any professional sport. In hockey, coaching changes have spurred some amazing turnarounds, but that can’t be guaranteed. After all, a team is only as good as the sum of its parts. For the Seattle Kraken, a coaching … [Read more...] about Seattle Kraken Finding Rhythm Under Coach Dan Bylsma
NHL Predictions: Oct. 17 With Philadelphia Flyers At Seattle Kraken
Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. In this edition, the Philadelphia Flyers head to Seattle to face the Kraken for the first of their two matchups this NHL season. Be sure to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 17 With Philadelphia Flyers At Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken Name Their Second-Ever Captain
Jordan Eberle has been named only the second-ever captain in the history of the franchise from the Pacific Northwest. The Seattle Kraken named their captain today proudly, a player who has been there since their inception and original expansion draft in July of 2021. Eberle is a veteran of the NHL and has long established a work ethic worthy of a leadership role. Moreover, the … [Read more...] about The Seattle Kraken Name Their Second-Ever Captain
Seattle Kraken First Impressions in Opening Night Loss
After big spending this summer, and an overhaul behind the bench, the Seattle Kraken began their season Tuesday afternoon. Despite a strong showing, they dropped their home opener by a final score of 3-2. One game in October never defines a season, but it does establish the starting line for the marathon ahead. All-in-all, the first game provided a mixed bag of first … [Read more...] about Seattle Kraken First Impressions in Opening Night Loss