Erica L. Ayala breaks down the Seattle Kraken's newly released 2025-2026 schedule in this episode of Locked on Kraken. She dives into the team's 13 back-to-back sets, a sore spot last season when they went 0-12. "If the Kraken had just played to the league average in those games, they'd have 10 more points," she quotes from Sound of Hockey.

The season kicks off at home against Anaheim and wraps with road games in Vegas and Colorado. Fans scored a win with earlier Sunday home games, now at 5pm PT. Erica speculates on Olympic participation, name-dropping Philip Grubauer for Germany and pondering Matty Beniers' Team USA chances.

October's slate gets the microscope treatment. Erica zeroes in on the opener, first back-to-back (Philly and Washington), and Montreal's visit to close out the month. She's itching to see how new coach Lane Lambert tackles the back-to-back beast that bit them last year.

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Locked On Kraken is a daily podcast covering the 32nd NHL team! Host and freelancer journalist Erica L. Ayala (Locked on WBB, Forbes, Sports Illustrated, and more) helped the then-NHL Seattle franchise launch the Seattle Kraken brand back in July 2020.

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Seattle Kraken trade rumors are heating up!

From Jared McCann to Jaden Schwartz, host Erica L. Ayala breaks down the latest buzz surrounding potential moves, prospects, and what’s next for the 32nd NHL team. Are the Kraken gearing up for major changes or staying the course this offseason? Don’t miss Erica’s expert analysis and insights!

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:47 - Trade Rumors Analysis

04:07 - Mason Marchment Insights

06:42 - Jaden Schwartz Update

09:50 - Top 100 NHL Prospects

11:48 - Outro

12:39 - Scott Wheeler’s Top 100 Prospects Review

24:55 - Expansion Fees and CBA Discussion

25:10 - Indeed

26:29 - Today's Episode Overview

27:57 - Playoff Fund Breakdown

30:17 - Expansion Fees Explained

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Are the Seattle Kraken's offseason moves a masterclass in strategy or simply underwhelming? 🏒

Join Erica L. Ayala, host of Locked On Kraken and contributor to CBS Sports, as she breaks down the team's decisions, including free agency, trades, and the draft.

Erica dives into local versus national perspectives on these moves and discusses whether they're enough to propel the Kraken to playoff contention in a competitive NHL landscape.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:42 - National vs Local Media Coverage

13:21 - Sound of Hockey Podcast Insights

23:05 - NHL Schedule Reveal Expectations

24:55 - National Perspective vs Local Perspective

25:45 - Coachella Valley Hockey Schedule

27:25 - NHL Schedule Reveal Highlights

29:30 - OUTRO

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Locked On Kraken is a daily podcast covering the 32nd NHL team! Host and freelancer journalist Erica L. Ayala (Locked on WBB, Forbes, Sports Illustrated, and more) helped the then NHL Seattle franchise launch the Seattle Kraken brand back in July 2020.

Erica L. Ayala brings the heat in this episode of Locked On Kraken, diving deep into prospect Berkley Catton's potential and the Kraken's development strategy. She's fired up about Catton's chances of cracking the roster at 19, comparing his situation to Shane Wright's last year. The kid's got game - 109 points in 57 WHL games? Nasty.

Ayala breaks down a Seattle Times piece that likens finding a franchise center to catching a muskie - the "fish of 10,000 casts." It's all about patience and persistence in building a contender through the draft. Will Catton be that elusive big fish for Seattle?

The host doesn't pull punches addressing listener criticism. She's unapologetic about her style, highlighting the challenges faced by women, people of color, and Latinas in media. "I promise you, I give the same energy on this podcast that I do in real life," Ayala declares. No gas, all breaks.

This episode's got it all - prospect hype, fishing analogies, and Ayala keeping it real. Kraken fans, you're in for a wild ride.

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Tye Kartye is officially signed! In this episode of Locked On Kraken, Erica L. Ayala dives into how this two-year contract impacts the Seattle Kraken's future and what it means for the team's development strategy. From Kartye's journey as an undrafted talent to his role on the fourth line, Erica breaks down the Kraken's approach to balancing homegrown talent and aggressive moves in the NHL. Plus, updates on RFAs Kaapo Kakko and Ryker Evans as the offseason heats up.

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Seattle Kraken fans, Matt Murray joins the Kraken! 🥅 What does this mean for Seattle’s goaltending depth in an Olympic year?

Host Erica L. Ayala, an accredited media member and your guide to all things Kraken, breaks down Murray's one-year deal and how it impacts the team’s goalie lineup, including insights on Philip Grubauer, Joey Daccord, and the Kraken’s approach to competition and flexibility.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:55 - Matt Murray Highlights

05:00 - Philipp Grubauer Analysis

17:34 - Get Your Tickets Information

18:30 - Tambellini on Development Camp

21:00 - Grubauer's Cameo Appearance

23:01 - Goals of Development Camp

24:08 - Jeff's Thoughts on On-Ice Performance

25:40 - Next Steps in Development

26:52 - Importance of Self-Kindness

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Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings, David Morassutti (Locked On Leafs) and Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild are here to talk about the big moves of free agency so far, including the Mitch Marner saga finally coming to an end, what the heck the LA Kings are doing, and where Nikolaj Ehlers is going to end up!

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