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. Starting July 2021, she will bring you the latest Seattle Kraken news five days a week. Locked on Kraken will kick-off July 1st to get the Squid Squad ready for the 2021 Expansion Draft and Amateur Draft. We will also do a deep dive into hockey history in the Emerald City! All that and more on Locked On Kraken Podcast, part of the Locked On Podcast Network.
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Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala dissects the media fallout from the Dave Hakstol firing compared to Kraken alternate captain Jordan Eberle's remarks. Ebs told the Kraken Radio Network the reports the team asked for Hak to be fired were "extremely disappointing." So what is real?Plus, The Kansas City Mavericks and Coachella Valley Firebirds begin Round 2 of their respective playoff runs. Erica recaps both series to date.
Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala discusses Hakstol news, including conflicting reports about Dave losing the locker room. Erica weighs in with clips from Ron Francis and Vince Dunn. There are missing pieces to the puzzle, but firing Hakstol won't solve the root issues with the Kraken's performance. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monopoly GO!Get in the game and join your friends. Click HERE to Download MONOPOLY GO! now free on The App Store or Google Pay. The mobile hit twist on classic MONOPOLY.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelFanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning GUARANTEED That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – with any winning FIVE DOLLAR BET!Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Kraken #SeattleKraken #NHL #LockedonKraken #ericalayala #SEAKraken
Per the Seattle Kraken: Today, the Seattle Kraken (@SeattleKraken) announced that they have relieved head coach Dave Hakstol of his duties. “I thank Dave for his hard work and dedication to the Kraken franchise,” said Kraken General Manager Ron Francis. “Following our end-of-the-season review, we have decided to make a change at our head coach position. These decisions are never easy, but we feel that this is a necessary step to help ensure our team continues to improve and evolve. Dave is a good coach and a terrific person. We wish him and his family all the best. We will begin our search for the Kraken's next head coach immediately.” Hakstol was named the first head coach in franchise history on June 24, 2021, and guided the Kraken to a 107-112-27 record over their first three seasons. He helped the team reach the Stanley Cup Playoffs and earned a nomination for the Jack Adams Award during the 2022-23 season. Additionally, Francis announced that assistant coach Paul McFarland will not return to the Kraken next season. “We would also like to thank Paul for his contributions to our hockey team and wish him and his family well moving forward,” said Francis.
The CV Firebirds and KC Mavericks know who they'll face in Round 2, plus hear from Seattle Kraken forward Yanni Gourde. NOTE: This episode was recorded before the Seattle Kraken announced their coaching changes.
The Seattle Kraken has joined team TEGNA. The team announced a multi-year partnership today that will air over 70 games on King 5, Kong, and Prime. PLUS, Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala speaks to KC Mavericks general manager and head coach Tad O'Had to discuss how the team will prepare for Round 2 of the Kelly Cup Playoffs.
The Seattle Kraken have a lot of decisions to make this offseason. Will one of them be a new head coach?Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala weighs in on what did and didn't work this year and if this is, or should be, the end of the line for Dave Hakstol.
Kraken Fans:The KC Mavericks swept the Tulsa Oilers to advance to the ECHL Mountain Division Finals. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala recaps the Game 4 win and what's to come for the Seattle Kraken affiliate. PLUS, Erica dives into more of GM Ron Francis' comments earlier in the week. What are the offseason priorities for the Kraken front office?
Hello Kraken Fans!A few tweets from the Ron Francis press conference have been swirling around, and Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala wanted to offer her two cents. Was Ron Francis alluding that Dave Hakstol and the coaching staff were on the way out? What does Erica think about Ron's evaluation of the Kraken defense?What else stood out?We will have a more detailed analysis throughout the week, so feel free to send your questions and comments.
ISSA KC Mavericks GAME DAY! Hear from general manager & head coach Tad O'Had before the @MavericksHockey take on the Tulsa Oilers. PLUS, who does Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala think will make the 2024 Training Camp based on Exit Interviews?
Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala is keeping up with four things for the Seattle Kraken this offseason:Dissecting disappointing seasonRoster analysis and offseason movesHead coach statusROOT Sports dealPlus, we have TWO development teams in the postseason. Jason JD Hernandez chimes in with a CV Firebirds primer, while Erica keeps you up-to-date with the KC Mavericks.
The Seattle Kraken survive a 'wild' game against Minnesota, ending the season with a win. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala talks about the game and the hard questions the Kraken will need to ask in the offseason. Plus, the Kansas City Mavericks take a 4-3 win over the Tulsa Oilers in the ECHL Playoffs.
The Seattle Kraken season is coming to a close. Here's what you need to know ahead of the final game at CPA in the 2023-24 season.
Hear from Matty Beneirs and Shane Wright after a 3-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks.
ISSA GAME DAY! Will head coach Dave Hakstol fully lean into the youth movement after a disappointing loss to the LA Kings? Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala surely hopes so!
ISSA GAME DAY! Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala is joined by @LockedOnAnaheimDucks host and @firebirds8176 public announcer Jason "JD" Hernandez to recap Tuesday's game and offer predictions for tonight. NOTE: This is an extension of today's GAME DAY podcast. This includes more insight from JD about the CV Firebirds playing with the Kraken. We hope you enjoy as much as we enjoyed recording this one!
ISSA GAME DAY! Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala is joined by @LockedOnAnaheimDucks host and @firebirds8176 public announcer Jason "JD" Hernandez to recap Tuesday's game and offer predictions for tonight.
ISSA GAME DAY! Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala is joined by @LockedOnAnaheimDucks host and @firebirds8176 public announcer Jason "JD" Hernandez to recap Tuesday's game and offer predictions for tonight.
Seattle Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol, in no uncertain words, said changes are coming!It's about time; hopefully, this is the start of a renewed commitment to playing hockey the "right way" and with some pride! Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala breaks down Dave's comments, the 5-1 loss, and what the latest roster moves mean for the Kraken moving forward.
The Seattle Kraken host the Montreal Canadiens tonight at Climate Pledge Arena to begin the penultimate homestand of the season. Join Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala for a pregame livestream.
Another preventable loss in Arizona, are the Seattle Kraken tanking? Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala discusses why tanking is silly and why she thinks maybe the PWHL is serving as a training ground for new NHL rules.
The Seattle Kraken will travel to the desert to take on the Arizona Coyotes, looking to shake off their sixth consecutive loss. Joey Deccord will likely get the start in the second game of a Kraken back-to-back. Will returning to his undergraduate campus rejuvenate the young goalie and his teammates tonight?
The Seattle Kraken are headed to Las Vegas to take on the Golden Knights tonight. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala has a simple game plan that will, hopefully, get Seattle back into the win column: Play for (and with) Pride!Now the question is, can the Kraken actually do it?
The Seattle Kraken has a less than 1% chance of making the playoffs this season. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala discusses whether this means the 2023-24 season is or will be a failure.
The Seattle Kraken was on the wrong side of a disappointing OT loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. Hear from Pierre Eduard Bellemare and Matty Beniers after the 5-4 loss. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala shares what this loss, and the preventable mistakes throughout this game and this season, means for Seattle's playoff hopes.
The Seattle Kraken seek an important win against the Vegas Golden Knights as newly re-signed forward Jordan Eberle reaches a career milestone.
Jordan Eberle extended through 2025-26 ($4.75 million AAV), the Seattle Jra ken ann ounced today ahead of the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline. There are some Kraken fans unimpressed with the deal, what does Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala think?PLUS, Vince Dunn was back on the ice for an optional skate, so why did the Kraken recall Cale Fleury from the Firebirds? Could this mean the team isn't done dealing? Are we expecting another injury announcement? All this and more on today's episode of Locked on Kraken !
Is it a Deal or No Deal? Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala breaks down the latest Trade Deadline reports involving the Seattle Kraken and forward Jordan Eberle. Hear from Ebs after Kraken practice today. Also, what did Coach Hak have to say about Vince Dunn? Does Erica think we'll see a few CV Firebirds recalled? That and much more on today's episode of Locked on Kraken.
The Seattle Kraken trade center Alex Wennberg to the New York Rangers in exchange for a 2024 second-round draft pick and a conditional 2025 fourth-round draft pick. The Kraken will also retain 50 percent of Wennberg's contract ($2,250,000 per CapFriendly). Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala breaks down the trade and what this means for the Seattle Kraken this season. Plus, hear from Andre Burakovsky and Thomas Tatar after the road win against the Winnipeg Jets Tuesday night.
The Seattle Kraken might have decided if they are buyers or sellers! After morning skate head coach Dave Hakstol said Alex Wennberg did not participate and would not be available for the game due to "trade-related issues".Hear from Hak about the path forward and what this means for tonight and beyond.
The Seattle Kraken will close this recent homestand with a game against the Edmonton Oilers. Should the Kraken win this afternoon, they will snag nine out of 12 possible points. This would go a long way to keep their playoff hopes alive, but what will it mean for their role as buyers or sellers at the trade deadline? Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala has a different theory.
The NHL trade deadline is coming up on March 8th. Will the Seattle Kraken be buyers or sellers? In short, Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala doesn't think we know just yet. But time is running out, so hear Erica's update on the latest rumors, informative analysis, and some of the top Kraken prospects that might move up to the big leagues or sweeten trade deadline deals.
Goldfish memory, that's what the Kraken need to have ahead of tonight's game against the Boston Bruins. But before the puck drops tonight at Climate Pledge Arena, Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala asks if Seattle has exhausted Joey Daccord. Joey's save percentage was uncharacteristically low against the Wild. Should we be worried?We also break down what Dave Hakstol is doing to energize the offense, especially André Burakovsky.
We are hosting the Minnesota Wild and will compete in our #winterclassic jerseys. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala takes you to the practice facility to hear from head coach Dave Hakstol and forward Tomas Tatar about the matchup, and more importantly, what the Kraken need to do to play their best brand of hockey. Plus, why was the fighting against Vancouver the exception to Erica's philosophy on hockey fights? This and more on today's GAME DAY episode.
Philipp Grubauer is in the net as the Kraken takes down Vancouver 5-2 at Climate Pledge Arena! The Kraken nearly perfected the "3 F's" in this game and even gave the Canucks the business when they tried to play "bully ball."Plus, the Locked on Kraken host makes a logistics announcement for tomorrow's GAME DAY episode against the Minnesota Wild. NOTE: Tomorrow's episode will be available on YouTube only. Erica explains.
Philipp Grubauer is in the net as the Kraken takes down Vancouver 5-2 at Climate Pledge Arena! The Kraken nearly perfected the "3 F's" in this game and even gave the Canucks the business when they tried to play "bully ball." Plus, the Locked on Kraken host makes a logistics announcement for tomorrow's GAME DAY episode against the Minnesota Wild. NOTE: Tomorrow's episode will be available on YouTube only. Erica explains.
Two critical points are on the line as the Seattle Kraken hosts the Pacific Division-leading Vancouver Canucks. Hear from head coach Dave Hakstol and Brian Dumoulin ahead of tonight's game in Seattle.
Two critical points are on the line as the Seattle Kraken hosts the Pacific Division-leading Vancouver Canucks. Hear from head coach Dave Hakstol and Brian Dumoulin ahead of tonight's game in Seattle.
Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala uses a very scientific metric to determine the fate of pending Kraken UFAs and RFAs.VIBES!Jokes aside, here is our first pass at who we think should stay or go. PLUS, a quick Kansas City Mavericks check-in.
Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala uses a very scientific metric to determine the fate of pending Kraken UFAs and RFAs. VIBES! Jokes aside, here is our first pass at who we think should stay or go. PLUS, a quick Kansas City Mavericks check-in.
The Seattle Kraken fall to the Detroit Red Wings 4-3 in overtime. Jared McCann scored two of the three Kraken goals, and former Kraken forward Daniel Sprong scored one for the bad guys in his first return to Climate Pledge Arena.Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala gives her postgame analysis using analytics from Alison Lukan and Hockey Stat Cards.
The Seattle Kraken fall to the Detroit Red Wings 4-3 in overtime. Jared McCann scored two of the three Kraken goals, and former Kraken forward Daniel Sprong scored one for the bad guys in his first return to Climate Pledge Arena. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala gives her postgame analysis using analytics from Alison Lukan and Hockey Stat Cards.
NOTE: This was recorded before the Kraken wins in Long Island and Boston. For this bonus episode, Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala is joined by @LockedOnPredators host Ann Kimmel for a conversation on the NHL Western Conference Wild Card race. The Predators and Kraken are in the hunt, but will they be able to make the moves necessary to lock in a playoff spot in 2024?
NOTE: This was recorded before the Kraken wins in Long Island and Boston. For this bonus episode, Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala is joined by @LockedOnPredators host Ann Kimmel for a conversation on the NHL Western Conference Wild Card race. The Predators and Kraken are in the hunt, but will they be able to make the moves necessary to lock in a playoff spot in 2024?
It was a special night for the Massachusetts natives on the Seattle Kraken roster, including forward Matty Beniers and starting goalie Joey Daccord. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala recaps the impressive win and gives a quick Coachella Valley Firebirds update.
It was a special night for the Massachusetts natives on the Seattle Kraken roster, including forward Matty Beniers and starting goalie Joey Daccord. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala recaps the impressive win and gives a quick Coachella Valley Firebirds update.
Erica L. Ayala previews tonight's game against the Boston Bruins, including audio clips from Seattle Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol and Boston Bruins forward Morgan Geekie.
Erica L. Ayala previews tonight's game against the Boston Bruins, including audio clips from Seattle Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol and Boston Bruins forward Morgan Geekie.
The Seattle Kraken got a much-needed win against the New York Islanders Tuesday night. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala breaks down the win and what the team needs to do in the next few games to gain spots in the standings.
The Seattle Kraken got a much-needed win against the New York Islanders Tuesday night. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala breaks down the win and what the team needs to do in the next few games to gain spots in the standings.
The Seattle Kraken dropped another game against the New Jersey Devils last night. Locked on Kraken host Erica L. Ayala recaps another blown opportunity for Seattle, and get really real about what the team needs to do if they want to save their playoff hopes.Plus, what did the ROOT Sports broadcast crew say that really burnt Erica's grits? All that and more on today's episode of Locked on Kraken.
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