After a long search, the Kraken have found their new bench boss. The team announced that Lane Lambert has been hired as the third head coach in franchise history. GM Jason Botterill released the following statement: After conducting an extensive search, we’re thrilled to announce Lane as our new head coach. We cast a wide net for suitable candidates. What impressed us … [Read more...] about Kraken Hire Lane Lambert As Head Coach
Kraken Sign John Hayden To Two-Year Extension
The Seattle Kraken have signed forward John Hayden to a two-year, one-way contract extension. The deal will carry a league-minimum, $775K salary. This is notably Hayden’s first one-way contract since the 2020-21 season, which he spent on a one-year, one-way deal with the Arizona Coyotes. Hayden will re-up for a fourth season with the Kraken with this move. That will mark the … [Read more...] about Kraken Sign John Hayden To Two-Year Extension
Talks Falter Between Kraken And Mitch Love
The Kraken appeared to be getting close to hiring Washington assistant coach Mitch Love as their new head coach, according to Daily Faceoff’s Anthony Di Marco. However, those talks apparently stalled at the finish line. He relays that there may be a condition for the new bench boss to retain assistant Jessica Campbell which could be a deterrent to potential candidates who … [Read more...] about Talks Falter Between Kraken And Mitch Love
Lane Lambert Emerging As Frontrunner For Kraken Coaching Vacancy
The Kraken are one of three teams yet to complete a head coaching change this offseason, alongside the Bruins and Penguins. They might be getting closer to a decision, though. Former Islanders bench boss Lane Lambert has emerged as Seattle’s preferred candidate after his recent interview with the team “went well,” Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet said on Monday’s 32 Thoughts … [Read more...] about Lane Lambert Emerging As Frontrunner For Kraken Coaching Vacancy
Kraken Linked To Lane Lambert, Mitch Love, David Quinn For Head Coach Opening
Outside of Rick Tocchet, who landed with the Flyers, there haven’t been many names firmly connected to the Kraken’s head coach vacancy. That changed today when TSN’s Darren Dreger reported they’ve received permission from the Maple Leafs to interview assistant coach Lane Lambert for their head coach role. They’ve also displayed interest in Capitals assistant Mitch Love and … [Read more...] about Kraken Linked To Lane Lambert, Mitch Love, David Quinn For Head Coach Opening