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Kraken fall in another tight battle, as Stars shine through in overtime
In another tight, heartbreaking loss, the Seattle Kraken fell to the Dallas Stars in overtime. The first of two games the teams will play in three days and of three games this month, Seattle hung with Dallas all night long and even took a lead with less than four minutes left in the game, but failed to slam the door shut.
Kraken nearly mount fierce comeback, cannot overcome self-inflicted mistakes in 5-4 loss to Senators
The Seattle Kraken saw their five game winning streak end Thursday, as the visiting Ottawa Senators were able to take advantage of Seattle’s suspect defense within the first ten minutes. The Kraken were able to battle back, but not finish as Ottawa scored the go-ahead goal in the final minutes.
Kraken handle business against Ducks, but not before tempers flare
The Seattle Kraken returned home to Climate Pledge Arena, hosting their divisional rivals the Anaheim Ducks. Seattle was able to handle the result relatively calmly, but tempers between the Pacific Division rivals flared in the third period and ultimately resulted in Vince Dunn leaving the game due to concussion protocol.
#88SSY Check-Ins: Jordyn Huitema, OL Reign
Converge Media and Circling Seattle Sports were on site at the Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards, as CSS lead editor Charles Hamaker spoke with several athletes from different teams. In this “Check-in,” he speaks with OL Reign forward, Jordyn Huitema!
Sounders, using winning recipe, dismantle Real Salt Lake to climb atop league table
The Seattle Sounders followed up their season opening blowout victory over the Colorado Rapids with perhaps an even more impressive performance with their win against Real Salt Lake tonight. The Sounders dismantled a Salt Lake club that had tortured them in recent memory, as Seattle is looking to reassert them as MLS’ best.
#88SSY Check-Ins: Kelley Lynch, Washington Husky softball
Converge Media and Circling Seattle Sports were on site at the Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards, as CSS lead editor Charles Hamaker spoke with several athletes from different teams. In this “Check-in,” he speaks with University of Washington softball pitcher/infielder Kelley Lynch
#88SSY Check-Ins: Martin Iosefo, Seattle Seawolves
Converge Media and Circling Seattle Sports were on site at the Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards, as CSS lead editor Charles Hamaker spoke with several athletes from different teams. In this “Check-in,” he speaks with Seattle Seawolves player Martin Iosefo.
#88SSY Check-Ins: Detlef Schrempf, Seattle SuperSonics
Converge Media and Circling Seattle Sports were on site at the Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards, as CSS lead editor Charles Hamaker spoke with several athletes from different teams. In this “Check-in,” he speaks with Seattle SuperSonics and University of Washington legend Detlef Schrempf
#88SSY Check-Ins: Alex Glover, Seattle Seawolves
Converge Media and Circling Seattle Sports were on site at the Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards, as CSS lead editor Charles Hamaker spoke with several athletes from different teams. In this “Check-in,” he speaks with Seattle Seawolves player Alex Glover.
#88SSY Check-Ins: Baylee Klingler, Washington Husky softball
Converge Media and Circling Seattle Sports were on site at the Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards, as CSS lead editor Charles Hamaker spoke with several athletes from different teams. In this “Check-in,” he speaks with University of Washington softball infielder Baylee Klingler
Sounders embark on 2023 journey with commanding victory against Rapids
The Seattle Sounders opened up their 2023 campaign with a resounding four goal victory over Western Conference opponent Colorado Rapids, in front of their home crowd at Lumen Field. Seattle got scoring contributions from Jordan Morris, Cristian Roldan, and Heber while keeper Stefan Frei recorded a clean sheet.
Maple Leafs trounce flailing Kraken, 5-1 as Seattle continues to fall in standings
Ending their home schedule in the month of February, the Seattle Kraken were thoroughly dominated by the Toronto Maple Leafs in a 5-1 dismantling. The Kraken scored the first goal of the night early, but that only seemed to awaken the visiting Maple Leafs.
Kraken battle hard, fall just short of season sweep over big bad Bruins in 6-5 loss
In an epic rematch of their January 12th thriller, the Seattle Kraken and Boston Bruins traded heavy blows all night long. Ultimately, Boston was able to take advantage of Seattle’s mistakes enough to edge the upstart Kraken.
Kraken able to make timely plays in 4-2 victory over soaring Red Wings
The Seattle Kraken, on the night that they hosted Black Hockey History night and “Dad/mentor trip” weekend, ended the Detroit Red Wings’ five-game win streak. Seattle was able to make the timely plays to beat a hot Detroit team, and notch the 32nd win of the season for the Kraken.
Kraken don’t show Flyers any brotherly love in 6-2 blowout
In their second meeting in the past three games between these two franchises, the Seattle Kraken again proved victorious over the Philadelphia Flyers, this time in blowout fashion.
Mariners building strong lineup in the SoDo region with “The Boxyard”
Right next door to Hatback Bar & Grille and Steelheads Alley, the Seattle Mariners announced an expansion of the current complex to create the “Boxyard.” The building will host the two current entities as well as “Victory Hall,” a gathering spot for games and other occasions, as well as an EL1 Sports + Mariners Training Center.
Sounders remain unpolished in final third, as late goal spells defeat against Al Ahly SC in the Club World Cup
In a historic match for Seattle, the Sounders were unable to finish their chances in the final third against Al Ahly SC. Seattle’s run in the Club World Cup ends after their first match, but there were some positives to take away from the match such as the return of Joao Paulo.
Return of the Rave Green: Sounders look to return to MLS Playoffs, while managing the new heights they’re climbing too
The 2022 Seattle Sounders season had massive highs and deep lows, from winning CCL to dragging through the end of the MLS Season to miss the playoffs for the first time in the clubs existence in the league. Seattle faces high expectations again this year, as the road begins in the Club World Cup.
Pre-Spring Training meeting: Excitement remains present as Mariners prepare to build off historic 2022 season
On Wednesday, February 1st, the Seattle Mariners held their Pre-Spring Training media event. Various front office members, coaches, and players spoke to the local media about things such as promotions, the 2023 All-Star week, player updates, this upcoming season, and much more.
Growing the game with everyone in mind: EL1 and the Mariners collaborate to launch the “Mariners Training Center”
During the Mariners’ Pre-Spring Training Media Event the organization announced that in partnership with EL1, they were launching the “Mariners Training Center.” Spanning five of EL1’s facilities across the state of Washington, the goal of this collaboration is to expand equitable access and participation in youth baseball and softball.