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The Seattle Kraken made two big splashes in the opening hours of free agency this past summer. Analyst: Why Kraken are in ‘good place’ as Year 4 begins They began by signing high-scoring 30-year-old defenseman Brandon Montour to a seven-year deal worth $50 million.

Seattle Kraken News / Breakaway on SI / September 25

Kraken Have Unexpected X-Factor

The Seattle Kraken are hoping they can return to the postseason during the 2024-2025 season. They took a step back last year, dropping to just 35 wins after surprising the entire league with a playoff run during the 2022-2023 season.

NHL News / Sound of Hockey / September 17

Sound Analysis: Projecting the Chandler Stephenson era of Kraken hockey

Just moments after free agency opened on July 1 the Seattle Kraken stole headlines, announcing the team had signed defenseman Brandon Montour to a seven-year, $50 million contract.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / August 11

Kraken Forward Named Worst Free Agency Signing

July 1 was a day of fireworks in the NHL, as teams committed a record $1.12 billion in contracts on just the first day of free agency. That amount of money comes with obvious risks, and the Seattle Kraken may have drawn the short end of the stick.

Seattle Kraken News / Full Press Hockey / July 29

One Burning Question: Seattle Kraken Need a Number One Center

The summer is here for the NHL, and the dog days of the offseason are here. Full Press Hockey spoke with Rob Simpson of SeattleHockeyInsider.com to look at the Seattle Kraken on a recent episode of the podcast, and we asked him what the one burning question is facing the Kraken this upcoming season.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 12

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Red Wings, Rangers among NHL teams that still need to make offseason moves

These four potential playoff teams are at the top of the list in terms of still having work to do.

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Vegas Golden Knights News / Inside The Rink / July 5

Chandler Stephenson Lands With Seattle Kraken

During the free agent frenzy on Monday, July 1st, the Seattle Kraken announced two pretty large signings in quick succession, the first was Brandon Montour, and the second is Chandler Stephenson.

NHL News / Field Level Media / July 1

Kraken sign D Brandon Montour, C Chandler Stephenson

The Seattle Kraken signed free agent defenseman Brandon Montour and center Chandler Stephenson to seven-year contracts on Monday. Montour, who just completed a Stanley Cup championship season with the Florida Panthers, inked a $50 million contract with an average annual value of $7.14 million.

Vegas Golden Knights News / The Hockey Writers / July 1

Seattle Kraken Sign Chandler Stephenson to 7-Year Deal

The Seattle Kraken have signed forward Chandler Stephenson to a seven-year deal with an average annual value (AAV) of $6.25 million, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Vegas Golden Knights News / NHL Trade Talk / July 1

Chandler Stephenson Signs Seven-Year Deal with Seattle Kraken

Chandler Stephenson has committed to a significant seven-year contract with the Seattle Kraken, reportedly valued at around $6.3 million annually. Known for his speed and playmaking ability, Stephenson joins Seattle after a mixed season where his metrics slightly declined, particularly in passing and skating.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Seattle Kraken sign Chandler Stephenson to seven-year, $6.25 million contract

Two-time Stanley Cup champion Chandler Stephenson is headed to Seattle! The Seattle Kraken are signing Chandler Stephenson to a seven-year, $6.25 million AAV contract according to Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Veteran Centre Gets Rewarded With New Contract

Chandler Stephenson has landed a new contract. The veteran centre is signing with the Seattle Kraken and is locked up for the next seven years. Furthermore, he will have an AAV of $6.25 million.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Kraken expected to sign standout utilityman to seven-year deal

This deal moves him on from the Vegas Golden Knights, where he stamped his mark as a true top-six center in the NHL.

Seattle Kraken sign Brandon Montour to 7-year contract with $7.14 million AAV

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Vegas Golden Knights News / Inside The Rink / June 20

The Best Landing Spots for Chandler Stephenson

Chandler Stephenson becomes a free agent on July 1st when the new league year in the NHL begins. The 6’0, 209lb center from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, will be looking to sign a contract that will set him and his family up for life.

NHL News / Vegas Hockey Now / June 1

Bruins, Maple Leafs May Battle for Golden Knights’ Stephenson

There’s a line forming to bid for Chandler Stephenson’s services. That’s not good news for the Vegas Golden Knights’ hopes of retaining him at a discounted rate.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 26

Bruins looking to add a top center in summer free agency

The Boston Bruins want to add a top center to the mix as they try to work toward actual postseason success.

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Bruins GM vows that team will be 'aggressive' this offseason

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Vegas Golden Knights News / Vegas Hockey Now / April 13

Golden Knights Clinch, Hertl Scores, Vegas Needs Stephenson

Chandler Stephenson and Jonathan Marchessault offered a reminder Friday night about how much the Vegas Golden Knights will miss them if they leave this summer through free agency.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Vegas Hockey Now / November 18

Stephenson Assessed Game Misconduct: Golden Knights Fall 4-3 in Overtime to Flyers

For the second game in a row, the Vegas Golden Knights engage in an entertaining second period. However, the Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 in overtime.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Vegas Hockey Now / November 18

Chandler Stephenson Assessed Game Misconduct for Cross Checking

For the third time in 17 games, a member of the Vegas Golden Knights has been assessed a five-minute major penalty that warranted an ejection. This time it was Chandler Stephenson’s cross-check after the whistle to the chin of Garnet Hathaway.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 18

Golden Knights' Chandler Stephenson ejected for late cross-check on Flyers' Garnet Hathaway

Stephenson was given a five-minute major and a game misconduct for the incident, which occurred just before the game’s halfway point.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / June 12, 2023

NHL Stanley Cup Final bets: SOG props for Game 5 Tuesday 6/13

It's very likely that Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final will be the last game of our NHL season. Yardbarker's Griffin Carroll has some players who should have big Game 5s, and you'd be smart to lock them in today.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / May 21, 2023

Golden Knights' OT win over Stars makes unique NHL history

This year's playoffs have already seen a remarkable 21 overtime games, including the sixth-longest OT contest in NHL history. With the remainder of the conference finals and the Stanley Cup Final still to go, we probably haven't seen the last of the sudden-death fun.

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Vegas Golden Knights News / Vegas Golden Knights on SI / February 5, 2023

Chandler Stephenson Looks Ahead After All-Star Weekend

Vegas Golden Knights forward Chandler Stephenson's first All-Star weekend is in the books. Now, it's time to get back to work. The Golden Knights received some disappointing news during the break that team captain Mark Stone will be out indefinitely after undergoing another back surgery.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Vegas Golden Knights on SI / February 3, 2023

Golden Knights' Chandler Stephenson Speaks on First All-Star Appearance

Vegas Golden Knights forward Chandler Stephenson's first All-Star selection was long overdue, but nonetheless, he's in Sunrise, Florida and ready for a fun-filled weekend.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Las Vegas Chronicle / January 30, 2023

Golden Knights’ Stephenson a late add to NHL All-Star Game

A new Vegas Golden Knight has been added to the All-Star Game roster, as the NHL announced on Monday afternoon that Chandler Stephenson will be headed to the event as a replacement for injured Seattle Kraken forward Matty Beniers.