Being Burky

KHN's Alison Lukan sits down with Namita Nandakumar, Director, Research & Development for the Seattle Kraken. The pair discuss how data and scouting work together from the draft room to the NHL.

From banter to bloopers to breaking into song. John Forslund, JT Brown and Eddie Olczyk did not miss this season, and we've compiled the funniest moments and outtakes to prove it!

From hoisting the cup to hosting rookie Berkly Catton, Kraken Hockey Network dives into Chandler Stephenson's legacy on and off the ice.

Seattle Kraken CEO Tod Leiweke joins Ian, Alison and Brett at the Kraken Hockey Network pregame desk for a discussion about Ron Francis' impact on the organization since day one, and what's ahead in the Kraken front office.

KHN's Alison Lukan sits down with Kraken Head of Player Strategy Justin Rai, who breaks down the side of hockey development most fans never see, like off-puck reads, visual processing, and what it really takes to help players slow the game down at the NHL level.

Kraken Hockey Network's Alison Lukan sits down with Seattle Kraken assistant general manager Alexandra Mandrycky to chart the evolution of her role and how she's transitioned from shaping the next generation to building the current iteration of the Kraken.

Game after game. Shift after shift. Block after block. Adam Larsson’s career has been defined by consistency & dependability — and it’s those traits that have laid the foundation for his 1,000-game milestone.

Nephew, Noah didn't just change Freddy Gaudreau's perspective; he changed everything. KHN's Piper Shaw tells the story of a Kraken forward, his nephew, and the bond that redefined what it means to win.

Team USA gold medalist and Seattle Torrent forward Hannah Bilka joins Brett, Ian and Alison at the desk on Women In Hockey Night pres. by PitchBook.

Bellingham native Katelyn Parker joins Ian, Alison and Brett on the pre-game show. The quartet chats about her roles with Kraken prospects, USA Hockey, and the Seattle Torrent, and her commitment to growing the game in the Pacific Northwest.

Seattle Kraken General Manager Jason Botterill joins Ian Furness and Alison Lukan on the pre-game show to discuss captain Jordan Eberle’s leadership, the addition of Bobby McMann, and more from the Kraken Hockey Network desk.

Claudia Longo, a top high school soccer recruit headed to the University of Washington, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis during her senior year but remained determined to play Division I soccer, ultimately overcoming setbacks to contribute in her final season. Inspired by her journey, she founded MS, I’MPOSSIBLE, a nonprofit supporting young adults with MS through mentorship, resources, and grants, empowering others to redefine their diagnosis and pursue their goals.

JT Brown joins Ian, Brett and Alison for an honest and powerful conversation about his journey to the NHL as a Black hockey player — and what the community can do to continue to make hockey an inclusive space.

Assistant coach Aaron Schneekloth sits down with KHN's Alison Lukan for an in-depth interview that covers his hockey journey from player to coach, his philosophy behind the bench, a game of hockey fact or fiction, and more.

Kraken head equipment manager, Jeff Camelio, is a hockey lifer. From teenage AHL stickboy to breaking through with his first NHL job in Nashville, and this past summer, bringing home gold at the IIHF World Championships with Team USA, it's been quite a journey. A journey that he's shared with his son, Anthony, who has observed and learned the trade from his dad from an early age.

Joey Daccord's journey to the NHL is rooted in discipline, perseverance, and being prepared for opportunity when it presents itself. Dive deeper into Joey's family life growing up, his decision to attend Arizona St. University and the values his parents instilled in him from a young age.

General manager Jason Botterill joined the pre-game show with Brett, Alison, and Ian on Wednesday night from New Jersey to provide his analysis of the season thus far, the Kraken players headed to the 2026 Olympic Winter Games, and more.

In her latest exclusive for Kraken Hockey Network, Piper Shaw dives into the hard work, sacrifice and commitment that have defined Seattle Kraken defender Ryan Lindgren's career to date.

Every athlete has two sides: in-season & off-season. Seattle Kraken captain Jordan Eberle is no different, balancing the ebbs & flows of family, philanthropy and hockey year-round.

Kraken goalie coach Colin Zulianello sits down with KHN’s Alison Lukan to share his philosophy on the position, how he manages his netminding tandem (or trio) throughout the course of a season and plays a game of goaltending fact or fiction.

It’s hockey. It’s ice. It’s a niche. It’s a lane at the intersection of opportunity & passion.

As we turn the calendar to 2026, the Kraken thank Director of Operations and Howell Motors Hockey Hall of Famer, Iggy Tarajos.

KHN's Alison Lukan speaks with Kraken assistant coach Chris Taylor. He shares his philosophy on collaborative coaching, his relationship with general manager Jason Botterill, and the joy he derives from working with younger players trying to make it in pro hockey.

Seahawks legend and Super Bowl winner Doug Baldwin joins Ian and JT pregame to chat about the roots he’s established in Seattle. The trio touches on Baldwin’s organization, Vault89, a social-impact ecosystem that partners with public agencies, government agencies, for-profit businesses and non-profits.

From backyard rinks in Québec to the bright lights of the NHL, Freddy Gaudreau’s journey is one built on resilience, belief, and a lifelong love for the game. Get to know the Kraken forward as he shares the story behind his rise.”

Character, leadership, a can-do attitude — all traits that have defined forward Jared McCann's career and have centered him in Seattle.

Kraken general manager Jason Botterill joins Ian and Alison from the KHN desk to chat about what he's seen from his squad so far and his excitement surrounding the team heading into the last three quarters of the season.

Drafted by Detroit in 1983, Kraken head coach Lane Lambert spent three seasons with the Red Wings and returned to Detroit on Tuesday as a member of the Kraken coaching staff.