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We’re back! The Vancouver Canucks defeated the Seattle Kraken 3-1 at home to open their preseason. It was the first chance for all of us to look at what the team’s systems will look like, and how they would stack up against NHL competition.

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Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 27

Trade-deadline primer for the Seattle Kraken

With the All-Star break in the rearview, the trade deadline looms large. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make? Let's take a look around the league with the Seattle Kraken.

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Seattle Kraken News / Field Level Media / January 21

Minus Yanni Gourde, already short-handed Kraken meet Leafs

Seattle Kraken coach Dave Hakstol isn't quite sure which players he'll have available Sunday night when his team returns home to face the Toronto Maple Leafs after injuries and illness have been making their way through the Kraken ranks.

NHL News / Oilersnation / January 20

Kraken forward Yanni Gourde suspended for charging Oilers’ Mattias Ekholm and New York Islanders relieve head coach Lane Lambert; Patrick Roy to replace him

Seattle Kraken forward Yanni Gourde has been suspended for two games due to charging Edmonton Oilers defenceman Mattias Ekholm on Thursday during the Oilers’ 4-2 victory on Thursday.

Seattle Kraken News / Field Level Media / January 19

Kraken F Yanni Gourde suspended 2 games for charging

The NHL Department of Player Safety suspended Seattle Kraken forward Yanni Gourde for two games on Friday for charging. Gourde was assessed a major penalty for charging during Seattle's 4-2 loss at the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 19

Yanni Gourde Suspended After Charging Oilers’ Mattias Ekholm

Early Friday morning, news broke that Yanni Gourde of the Seattle Kraken was set to face a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety following a charging hit on Edmonton Oilers’ defenseman Mattias Ekholm.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 19

Yanni Gourde Suspended for Two Games After Charging Mattias Ekholm

Seattle Kraken’s Yanni Gourde has been suspended for two games for charging Edmonton’s Mattias Ekholm. Kraken fans are not at all happy about the decision, while Oilers fans likely feel this is right call considering it appeared to be Gourde’s intention to run an Oilers player after a frustrating series with Connor McDavid.

Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 19

Seattle Kraken center suspended two games for charging

Seattle Kraken center Yanni Gourde has been suspended two games for charging after he was involved in a questionable incident in Thursday's showdown with the Edmonton Oilers.

NHL News / Oilersnation / January 19

Heritage Classic jerseys return for two more games, Yanni Gourde to have hearing with Department of Player Safety, and more

Here’s some good news if you’re a fan of throwback jerseys. The uniforms from the 2023 Heritage Classic between the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames will be back for two more Battle of Alberta games during the regular season.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 19

Yanni Gourde Has Hearing for Charging Oilers’ Mattias Ekholm

Yanni Gourde of the Kraken will have a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Friday. The reason was his charging hit on Edmonton Oilers’ defenseman Mattias Ekholm.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 19

Kraken’s Gourde to have hearing with NHL Department of Player Safety for hit on Oilers’ Ekholm

One of the key members of the Seattle Kraken might be having to sit out a few games. The NHL Department of Player Safety announced forward Yanni Gourde will have a hearing for charging Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm.

Seattle Kraken News / Pacific Northwest Sports / October 10, 2023

Seattle Kraken HC Version 3.0

May 15th’s Game 7 in Dallas is now a memory. Offseason vacas to Europe and the Okanagan are over. Rookie campers have been dismissed. Training camp is no more.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 13, 2023

Kraken drill Stars, force Game 7

Jordan Eberle had two goals, including an empty-netter with 58 seconds remaining, and an assist as the Seattle Kraken avoided elimination, defeating the visiting Dallas Stars 6-3 on Saturday to even their NHL Western Conference semifinal series at three games apiece.

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Seattle Kraken News / Pacific Northwest Sports / May 9, 2023

Seattle Kraken: The 10 percent solution

After winning 7-2 on Sunday, the Seattle Kraken lead Dallas 2-1 in their best-of-7 series. So far, Seattle’s fortunes are tied to their faceoff win percentage.

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Seattle Kraken News / Field Level Media / May 3, 2023

Yanni Gourde's OT tally lifts Kraken over Stars in Game 1

Yanni Gourde scored the overtime winning goal as the visiting Seattle Kraken recovered from blowing a two-goal, third-period lead to claim a 5-4 victory over the Dallas Stars in Game 1 of their Western Conference second-round series on Tuesday.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 17, 2023

Yanni Gourde paces Kraken in another win vs. Flyers

Yanni Gourde scored two goals and added an assist as the Seattle Kraken defeated the visiting Philadelphia Flyers 6-2 on Thursday night. Jared McCann, Justin Schultz, Oliver Bjorkstrand and Matty Beniers also scored for Seattle, which extended its points streak to three games (2-0-1).

Seattle Kraken News / Daily Faceoff / November 28, 2022

Kraken not cracking under the pressure

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Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 24, 2021

Yanni Gourde could return ahead of schedule for Kraken

Gourde was Seattle’s selection from the Tampa Bay Lightning in this year’s expansion draft, and he was immediately expected to take on an increased role in Seattle.

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / August 12, 2021

Meet the Kraken: Forward Yanni Gourde

In anticipation of the Seattle Kraken‘s inaugural season, we at The Hockey Writers will be doing a deep dive on each player. This installment of the series focuses on versatile forward Yanni Gourde, who the Kraken selected from the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Daily Goal Horn / July 22, 2021

Seattle Kraken pick Yanni Gourde out four months after shoulder surgery

The Seattle Kraken selected forward Yanni Gourde ($5.17 million) from the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning in yesterday’s expansion draft.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / July 22, 2021

Gourde’s Legacy as the Lightning’s Determined, Underrated Star

No one likes seeing a player that they love leave the franchise that they cheer for. Even if you know that their departure is imminent due to the salary cap, it still hurts knowing that a fan favorite will no longer be suiting up for the team come next season.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL Trade Talk / July 21, 2021

Kraken Have Not Made Trade With Lightning, Will Select Yanni Gourde

As per multiple reports on Wednesday, the Seattle Kraken have not made a trade with the Tampa Bay Lightning, at least not yet. Speculation is that the Kraken will focus strictly on selecting a player from the Lightning organization as part of the NHL Expansion Draft.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 30, 2020

Barclay Goodrow: Ritchie's hit on Gourde was 'pretty dirty'

Bolts' Barclay Goodrow: Nick Ritchie's hit on Yanni Gourde was 'pretty dirty'

Boston Bruins forward Nick Ritchie was heavily criticized for his hit on Tampa Bay Lightning forward Yanni Gourde during Game 4 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs matchup on Saturday.

Yanni Gourde left Game 4 vs. Bruins after dirty hit by Nick Ritchie

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