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On YouTubeSeattle Kraken News / Rinksiders / April 23
The Seattle Kraken have promoted Jason Botterill to General Manager
Though the playoffs are only a few days old, the Seattle Kraken have already started to make some moves following their disappointing 2024-25 regular season.
Ron Francis News / Daily Faceoff / April 22
Ron Francis’ tenure as Kraken GM was average at best
The Seattle Kraken have restructured their front office in a move that will see Ron Francis elevate to president of hockey operations and Jason Botterill assume the general manager’s chair.
The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz
How many of the yearly leaders in NHL goals since the 1990-91 season can you name in five minutes?
Jared McCann News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22
Rangers trade proposal lands Kraken’s Jared McCann after playoff miss
The New York Rangers and Seattle Kraken both missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs this year. Both teams could undergo massive renovations this offseason with the playoffs in view for next year.
Seattle Kraken News / Inside The Rink / April 22
Seattle Kraken Hit Reset After Another Disappointing Year – Will it Pay Off?
In a bold move just days after the end of the regular NHL season, the Seattle Kraken have relieved head coach Dan Bylsma of his duties. Additionally, the franchise has promoted General Manager Ron Francis to Team President, allowing current Assistant General Manager Jason Botterill to take over GM duties.
NHL News / House of Hockey / April 22
Recently fired HC emerges as possibility to win vacant Flyers job
The Philadelphia Flyers are searching for a John Tortorella replacement, and now they may have found one in another recently fired head coach.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 22
Are the Seattle Kraken Heading Down the Path of the Buffalo Sabres?
Ever since the Seattle Kraken joined the NHL, questions have surrounded how they constructed their team and handled their business. From the expansion draft to last offseason, the Kraken have been looked at as a team that could be better, but they decided on a long path to success.
Seattle Kraken News / Field Level Media / April 22
Kraken tab Ron Francis as president, Jason Botterill as GM
The Seattle Kraken elevated Hall of Famer Ron Francis to president of hockey operations on Tuesday and promoted Jason Botterill to executive vice president and general manager.
Seattle Kraken News / Last Word On Sports / April 22
Seattle Kraken Move On From Dan Bylsma
After falling far short of expectations, the Seattle Kraken decided to make some changes. On Monday, they announced they’re moving on from Dan Bylsma, after only one year behind the bench.
Seattle Kraken News / NHL Trade Talk / April 21
Kraken Fire Head Coach Dan Bylsma After One Season, Promote Botterill to GM
The Seattle Kraken are making major changes after a disappointing 2024-25 campaign, parting ways with head coach Dan Bylsma after just one season and promoting assistant GM Jason Botterill to the general manager role.
Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / April 21
Seattle Kraken Fire Head Coach Dan Bylsma
The Seattle Kraken announced Monday afternoon (April 21) that it fired head coach Dan Bylsma after just one season leading the team. The long-time coach debuted as an NHL head coach in 2009, leading the Pittsburgh Penguins to win the Stanley Cup against the Detroit Red Wings.
Seattle Kraken News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 21
Kraken moves inaugural GM to President role, hires former Sabres boss
After a poor season, Seattle Kraken is changing at the top. First, the Kraken fired head coach Dan Bylsma after one season. Now, they are giving one of
Seattle Kraken News / Field Level Media / April 21
Kraken fire coach Dan Bylsma after one season
The Seattle Kraken fired head coach Dan Bylsma on Monday after one season on the job. In addition, Kraken general manager Ron Francis will transition to a new role as team president and assistant GM Jason Botterill will be elevated to general manager, The Athletic reported.
Seattle Kraken News / Daily Faceoff / April 21
Kraken expected to promote Jason Botterill to GM
A restructuring within the front office of the Seattle Kraken is expected to see assistant general manager Jason Botterill elevated to the top job, reports Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli.
Seattle Kraken News / Daily Faceoff / April 21
Kraken fire Dan Bylsma as head coach
After a single season on the job, the Seattle Kraken have fired head coach Dan Bylsma, reports Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli. Named head coach of the Kraken last May, Bylsma wrapped up his first season in Seattle with a 35-41-6 showing and 20 points shy of the second wildcard seed in the Western Conference.
Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 21
Kraken to name Ron Francis president, Jason Botterill GM
It turns out that relieving head coach Dan Bylsma of his duties isn’t the only notable change coming for the Kraken Monday.
Seattle Kraken News / Breakaway on SI / April 21
Kraken Fire Former Stanley Cup Champion Head Coach
The Seattle Kraken have fired head coach Dan Bylsma after one season at the helm, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reports. The team will reportedly begin a "full search" immediately.
Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 21
Kraken to fire HC Dan Bylsma after one season with team
It was a tough year for the Seattle Kraken this season as they were among the worst teams in the Western Conference.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 19
Rangers have big problems even after firing Peter Laviolette
The New York Rangers fired head coach Peter Laviolette on Saturday following a bitterly disappointing 2024-25 season.
Jared McCann News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 16
Kraken star to undergo surgery after playing through injury
The soon-to-be 29-year-old led the Kraken in points with 22-39-61 stat line.
Seattle Kraken News / Rinksiders / April 14
The Seattle Kraken are taking shape and have found their identity
Through their first four seasons things have been up and down for the mercurial Seattle Kraken. While the Kraken have had some success—including a playoff series win—the Vegas Golden Knights set an incredibly high bar for any expansion team to live up to.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 13
After wild 3rd period, Kraken upend Blues in shootout
Chandler Stephenson scored the shootout-winning goal to give the host Seattle Kraken a 4-3 comeback victory over the St. Louis Blues on Saturday. Jaden Schwartz, Mikey Eyssimont and Shane Wright also scored for the Kraken (35-40-6, 76 points).
Seattle Kraken News / House of Hockey / April 11
Seattle Kraken Place Two Players on the NHL Waiver Wire
The Seattle Kraken have once again failed to reach the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and on Friday, they've officially placed two players on waivers. After building up a solid roster, the Seattle Kraken have plateaued in a big way in recent times, as they've now failed to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs for a second straight year.
Seattle Kraken News / The Hockey Writers / April 10
Kraken’s Jaden Schwartz Nominated for 2025 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy
The Seattle chapter of The Professional Hockey Writers Association (PHWA) have nominated Jaden Schwartz for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. This trophy is awarded annually to the player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to ice hockey.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 9
Watch: 10 players sent to penalty box after Kraken-Capitals tussle
Penalties are common in hockey, especially those involving roughing. However, on Sunday, one scuffle resulted in everyone present on the ice being served with disciplinary consequences.
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