Instant chemistry between Kaapo Kakko and Matty Beniers has generated some cautious optimism for the Kraken, with both enjoying productive stretches.

The Kraken keep attempting to repeat their past that led to a 2023 playoff run. But they've failed to repeat that formula, and now must consider a rebuild.

Schwartz produced a pair of primary assists, one on the power play, in Sunday's 6-2 loss to the Red Wings.

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Kaapo Kakko scored twice in the third period, Joey Daccord made 33 saves and the Seattle Kraken overcame an early two-goal deficit to beat the Buffalo Sabres 6-2 on Saturday.

“All the Finnish guys know each other, like, somehow,” Kakko said.

The Jets, facing a seemingly insurmountable deficit with time dwindling down, ignited their comeback engine, scoring with a dramatic late surge in the third period to steal a 2-1 victory from the Kraken in a thrilling finish on Thursday,

Chandler Stephenson and Jaden Schwartz scored for Seattle ... Edmonton Oilers right wing Vasily Podkolzin (92) scores against Seattle Kraken goaltender Philipp Grubauer, right, during the first period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, in ...

Dylan DeMelo scored with 27 seconds remaining in the third period as the Winnipeg Jets defeated the visiting Seattle Kraken 2-1 Thursday night to remain tied with Washington for first place in the NHL's overall standings.

WINNIPEG -- Dylan DeMelo broke a tie with 27 seconds remaining, and the Winnipeg Jets defeated the Seattle Kraken 2-1 at Canada Life Centre on Thursday. DeMelo, who was playing in his 600th NHL game, scored with a wrist shot when Nikolaj Ehlers found him toward the high slot.

On a night when a number of younger franchise players starred, the Kraken finish achingly just short of earning a standings point. Beniers line stays hot