Sound Of Hockey - Seattle Kraken Hockey Podcast

The Shane Wright era in Seattle is officially over!In a significant move, the Seattle Kraken traded Shane Wright to the Nashville Predators in exchange for bigger, even younger forward Matthew Wood. The Sound Of Hockey Podcast breaks down the deal from every angle. Why didn't things work out for Wright in Seattle? What should Kraken fans expect from Wood?Darren, John, and Curtis also discuss the Kraken's thrilling 5-4 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs and an ugly 6-2 loss to the Calgary Flames.Plus, the Kraken have unveiled their new Hometown Remix jerseys. The guys share their...

Going to Finland? As mentioned in the episode, RSVP here to be notified of our meetup ➡️ https://form.jotform.com/263008157982159 The BFOP is back again! Alison Lukan joins the guys in studio to discuss a wide range of topics, starting with the Seattle Torrent and what it would take for Sydney Morrow to jump right in with the Seattle Torrent this season. Next, LOTS of Kraken analysis, as the group breaks down the a 1-1-0 week for the team, with a big 5-3 win over the Utah Mammoth and then a painful 5-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild. Big...

10 games into the season, the Seattle Kraken are 6-3-1. So, what have we learned about this team?The Kraken continue to score at an impressive rate, but there have been some wild swings along the way. The guys break down a four-game stretch that included shootout wins over Philadelphia and Detroit, an overtime loss in Tampa Bay, and an ugly 8-3 defeat in Florida.They also take a closer look at Seattle’s numbers through 10 games. Also on this episode:🏒 Ville Ottavainen scores his first NHL goal 🏒 Brandon Montour exits, but returns🏒 Philipp Grubauer still rolling🏒 Sound Of Hockey Kraken...

Hello from Philly! Are the Seattle Kraken actually… good?After an ugly 6-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights, the Kraken bounced back in a big way on the road, scoring six goals in Detroit and five more in Washington to improve to 4-2-0 on the season.The guys break down all three games, including a chippy contest against Vegas, Seattle’s offensive explosion against the Red Wings, and a gutsy 5-3 win at the Capitals.Also on this episode:🏒 Freddy Gaudreau stays red hot🏒 Ryan Lindgren and Jacob Melanson health updates🏒 Sound Of Hockey Kraken Player of the WeekPlus...

The Seattle Kraken are off and running, and after two dominant 6-1 wins over the Calgary Flames, is there reason for real optimism?The guys recap the road trip through Calgary and Edmonton and the continued emergence of Seattle's young players.Plus, Jani Nyman, Jagger Firkus, and Tyson Jugnauth are lighting up the AHL, and we debate whether Seattle should have interest in Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson if he really is available.Also on the show: our Kraken Player of the Week, Get Off My Lawn, What’s Good, and more.*Vince Dunn interview:* If you missed our st...

FOR THE VIDEO CROWD... Uploading to YouTube has proven difficult in Canada. We will try again tomorrow. For now, here's the audio version.

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The Seattle Kraken 2026-27 season is officially here! On this episode, the guys give their predictions for the season, who stood out in Trainin Camp, and much more.

Plus, were the Kraken in on Kirill Marchenko?

Segments on this episode include Weekly One-Timers and What's Good.

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FYI, Spotify is audio only for this episode. If you want to watch it, pop over to YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uw_CM7sxL5U&t=109s

Sound Of Hockey celebrates *EPISODE 400 LIVE FROM SOUND OF HOCKEY FEST 2026!*

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For this milestone episode, Darren, John, and Curtis take the stage at Gantry Public House Arena in Seattle for a packed show featuring special guests **Berkly Catton, Alison Lukan, Piper Shaw, Kraken VP/Assistant GM Patrik Allvin, and Everett Fitzhugh**.

What really happens inside an NHL draft room when a team is on the clock?Seattle Kraken VP of Hockey Operations and Assistant GM Ryan Jankowski joins the Sound Of Hockey Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about scouting, drafting, and building the Kraken's prospect pipeline.Jankowski takes us behind the scenes of an NHL Draft selection, including how teams narrow down their options as a pick approaches and who ultimately makes the call. He also shares his perspective on Shane Wright from the 2022 NHL Draft, what he's seen from Wright's development since then, and why Kraken fans should be...

Kraken GM Jason Botterill joins Sound Of Hockey ahead of Training Camp for a wide-ranging conversation about Shane Wright, the Jason Robertson scenario, and what has him excited about the Seattle Kraken heading into the 2026-27 season.Botterill also discusses what it takes to make Seattle a destination for NHL players and the team's expectations heading into the new season.Jason Botterill interview — 10:50John and Darren also sit down with Kraken prospect Jagger Firkus, who is expected to make a push for an NHL roster spot this season. Firkus talks about his development through pro hockey, his progression as a...

Training Camps for the Seattle Kraken and all 31 other NHL teams are on the horizon. There is a variety of important loose ends for teams to tie up, like the Quinn Hughes contract extension in Minnesota and Cutter Gauthier in Anaheim. And what about Shane Wright and the Kraken? The guys discuss all this starting around the 36:30 mark. Also in this episode, Jacob Melanson is officially under contract again with the #seakraken. Plus, John and Curtis discuss their Kraken prospect rankings (read their article here: https://soundofhockey.com/2026/09/08/...) SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW! Also, RSVP for Sound Of Hockey Fest at...

The Sound Of Hockey hosts can smell hockey in the fall air... and they're ready for it! With Kraken training camp just two weeks away, Eeli Tolvanen has finally signed with another team. Could the Kraken have gotten him back if the they wanted him?

Plus, segments include Weekly One-Timers and Down on the Farm.

A reminder that Sound Of Hockey Fest is Sept. 19. RSVP on soundofhockey.com.

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FYI - Spotify is audio only this week. If you want to watch the episode, go here: https://www.youtube.com/@soundofhockey.

On the latest Sound Of Hockey Podcast episode, the guys dig into some reasons quotes from #seakraken general manager Jason Botterill to determine if they agree or disagree (fair or foul) with his sentiments. They also consider a recent ranking of the Kraken's front office and prospect pool, among several other topics. Segments this week include Weekly One-Timers and What's Good.

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The offseason drags on, but hockey is back on the horizon, the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is back with plenty to discuss — plus a few detours along the way.The guys kick things off with a travel plan update and lots of shenanigans before diving into a big Hype-o-thetical, a Kraken "sliding doors" discussion, and John's new game, "Kraken Obscura." Plus...🎉 SOH FEST IS BACK!Join us Saturday, Sept. 19 at Gantry Public House Arena for SOH Fest 2026. It’s free and all ages are welcome, but please RSVP so we know you’re coming:👉 https://form.jotform.com/262307671436155SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIE

Best Friend of the Pod Alison Lukan joins us in studio!Alison returns to the Sound Of Hockey Podcast to break down a busy Seattle Kraken offseason, explain why there are reasons for optimism heading into the new season, and discuss what she learned during her first year as a full-time Kraken TV color analyst.We also discuss:🏒 Why the Pacific Division is still wide open🏒 Seattle Torrent expansion and their outlook for next season🏒 Is NHL radio broadcasting disappearing?🏒 Macklin Celebrini's massive extensionPlus...• SOH Fest updates• Hiking stories• Smoke season• "66% more knees"SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

What a week! The guys put a ton of work into transforming Barr Down Studios into a real podcast studio and making the video production feel like... well, a real video production, and this episode is the one where they finally unveil the new and improved look.

While there hasn't been much Kraken news over the last week, John, Curtis, and Darren still manage to discuss some of the pressing topics that linger surrounding the team.

Segments include a Kraken Roundtable, Down on the Farm, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good.

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NO VIDEO THIS WEEK! Although the guys reference their new studio a LOT in this episode, you'll have to wait one more week because Darren was a dumb-dumb and accidentally recorded the video in slow motion. Oopsy daisy!

Nonetheless, it's a great audio episode, with two fun interviews with Kraken prospects--the last in the Dev Camp series--Loke Krantz and Clarke Caswell.

Also, some fun "Roundtable" discussion thanks to our Patreon subscribers.

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With minimal Kraken news over the last week, this is an interview-heavy episode, but it so happens that Former Best Friend of the Pod Chris Peters is a VERY capable talker. As always, fantastic conversation with him. Also, the series of Development Camp interviews with Kraken prospects continues this week with Jakub Fibigr, who also turns in a fun chat with the guys.

Segments this week include Down on the Farm and Weekly One-Timers.

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It's something of a "mega" episode this week, with two Seattle Kraken prospect interviews - featuring Jake O'Brien and Hawke Huff - plus lots of discussion about the news from the last week that Shane Wright requested a trade.

Also, takeaways from Kraken development camp, and plenty of nonsense, like Get Off My Lawn and Food for Thought.

Segments this week include Weekly One-Timers and What's Good.

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A LOT has happened since the last episode, but the guys are here to bring you completely up to speed on all things Kraken. From the Jason Robertson fallout to the NHL Draft, in which Seattle appears to have gotten a great break, the guys have it all covered.

Also in this episode, No. 7 pick Chase Reid joins from Kraken Development Camp for a really fun conversation.

Plus, SOH does its best to wrap up a chaotic week around the NHL.

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It's been a wild week in the NHL in the lead-up to the NHL Draft, and the Seattle Kraken played a part in it, trading for Mackie Samoskevich and re-signing prized forward Bobby McMann, who was set to become a free agent. The guys give their reactions to those deals, plus the massive trades made around the league.

Also, lots of crow talk, colonoscopy talk, and segments that include Weekly One-Timers and What's Good?

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FYI, we intended to have this one available on YouTube but had some technical difficulties, so audio only this week.

With Curtis out of town, our good buddy Blaiz Grubic joins the show this week to fill in, making his Sound Of Hockey Podcast debut!

Lots of discussion on this episode about what the Kraken can learn from the Hurricanes and what the guys took away from Carolina's impressive Stanley Cup run.

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Emily Kaplan returns to the Sound Of Hockey Podcast for the first time in... oh, about EIGHT YEARS! It's a great conversation that ranges from the Kraken's addition of Melinda French Gates to their ownership group to the current Stanley Cup Final.

Plus, the guys continue their journey through Kraken trade targets with a game of "Stay Away or Make a Play."

Also, lots more Seattle Torrent talk.

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While there hasn't been much news on the Seattle Kraken front, that doesn't stop the guys from having a robust conversation about the team and where they might look to improve this offseason.

Plus, lots of talk about the Seattle Torrent and who they chose to protect... and expose to expansion.

Segments include Bad Boys, Down on the Farm, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good?

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Despite very minimal Kraken news over the past few weeks, the guys still put together a fun episode this week.

The Everett Silvertips won the WHL, and John is considering what is considered a “nap” and what is just sleeping.

Plus, NHL playoff talk, Down on the Farm, Let’s Get Quizzical, Bad Boys, and Weekly One-Timers.

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The Seattle Kraken have begun their oddly very publicized internal audit, so the guys discuss what that means and share why they think it’s all a bit overblown.

Plus, a discussion on whether the team should keep its UFA’s before heading Down on the Farm.

Other segments include Weekly One-Timers and What’s Good?

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As you may know, the Sound Of Hockey recently started putting podcast episodes on YouTube. That led to a little screw up on this episode, in which the guys talked for 13 minutes before realizing they weren't recording, then had to start over, which puts things in a funny state to start this show.

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The guys are also in a negative mood after the NHL Draft Lottery, which leads to lots of talk about the future of the Seattle Kraken.

Plus, a massive listener MAILBAG.

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Since the guys last recorded, there hasn’t been much Kraken news, other than Jason Botterill’s end-of-season press conference. So, on this episode, you’ll get a recap of that and more of the “Underachieve/Overachieve” game that got started last week.

Plus, lots of Torrent talk and the regular segments.

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The Seattle Kraken season is officially over, and the guys have thoughts.

On what went right, what went wrong, and so much more.

In this episode, they get granular about the performances of several players, locker cleanout day, and whether Bobby McMann will stay.

Plus, what to do with all that trash.

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With just a couple meaningless games left for the Seattle Kraken this season, things are very much winding down on another disappointing season. After the Los Angeles Kings clinched a spot by beating Seattle, the guys discuss what might have been if the Kraken had just gotten a little hot down the stretch.

Plus, more talk about Ron Francis departing and Tod Leiweke’s press conference, and much more Kraken talk.

Segments include Weekly One-Timers and What’s Good?

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On this great ".5" episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, Darren goes 1-on-1 with legendary Kraken broadcaster John Forslund.

The guys touch on a wide range of topics, from Lil Boo to Ron Francis' departure, to a roster "facelift" to Eddie Olczyk's future on the Kraken boradcast.

Awesome stuff. Enjoy!

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The Seattle Kraken are moving on from Ron Francis, the first GM in team history and the President of Hockey Ops for the past season. The guys give lengthy reactions to this bombshell news and respond to fan questions about it.

Plus, an interview with Kraken prospect and Coachella Valley Firebirds defenseman Tyson Jugnauth.

Segments include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers and What’s Good?

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Will the Seattle Kraken get it together in time to salvage a playoff spot? The guys discuss what they need to do and how they can do it on this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast.

Plus, a road trip recap, discussion about Oscar Fisker Mølgaard’s performance so far in his call-up, and much more.

Segbits include Weekly One-Timers and What’s Good?

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This is a great episode featuring a GREAT interview with Matty Beniers. Darren has been on the Kraken road trip for the games in Florida and was able to sit down with the team's alternate captain with some crowdsourced questions from fans, which led to some fun discussions and stories.

Aside from the interview, a recap of the recent games, some big themes from the past week, and much more.

Segments include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good?

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After a rough loss for the Seattle Kraken, Darren is more pessimistic than usual about the state of the team. Meanwhile, John remains very realistic and tries to talk him off the ledge.

In this episode, lots of talk about the games of the last week and where things when right and wrong. Plus, plenty more Bobby McMann talk, some big topics, and much more.

Segments include Weekly One-Timers, Bad Boys, and What's Good?

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Sorry! Published last week's episode again by accident. This should be fixed now. :)

The NHL Trade Deadline has come and gone, and the Seattle Kraken made just one acquisition, bringing in speedy forward Bobby McMann. On this episode, the guys discuss what he'll bring to the team whenever his visa finally processes.

Plus, other Kraken news, game recaps, and general Trade Deadline talk.

Segments include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good?

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After an unexpected hiatus (explained in the episode), the guys are back to discuss a couple of big recent Kraken wins. They give their insights on what has worked and what hasn't since the break.

Also, a look at recent business transactions by Seattle and the rest of the league, and a look ahead to this week's Trade Deadline.

Segments include Weekly One-Timers and What's Good?

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The guys are back, and they welcome Everett Fitzhugh into the studio!

With Curtis still away, Everett quickly gets cooking in his stead with some hot Olympic takes.

Plus, plenty of discussion about a potential roster squeeze coming up for the Kraken, how the Olympics have played out so far, and much more.

Darren also had a short-but-sweet interview with Jaden Schwartz.

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There’s a lot to like about the Seattle Kraken, who have been playing some of their best hockey with two games left before the Olympic break.

On this episode, the guys go fairly deep in breaking down wins over Toronto and Vegas.

They also hit some discussion topics like Jacob Melanson’s impact on the team and whether the team should be buyers.

Plus the usual segments.

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With the cadence of games continuing to be fast and furious for the Seattle Kraken, the guys added another .5 episode this week, touching on Seattle's last three games, in which they've gone 2-1-0. Lots of discussion in this one on Jared McCann's phantom hat trick and Jacob Melanson getting poked in the face from the bench by Brandon Duhaime.

Plus, Kraken Player of the Week, Weekly One-Timers, and much more.

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The vibes got a little better after a Kraken win this week, so the guys decided they were ready to field your many questions!

After some brief Kraken notes, the guys dive into a robust Mailbag that covers MANY topics. Good stuff.

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