It’s fair to wonder how close the Kraken are to being a "sustained playoff team," and if the answer reveals why rumored ...

The Kraken showed an encouraging commitment to winning and accountability in firing coach Dan Bylsma. But did they do enough?

Francis intends to use the acquired draft picks to chase NHL-level talent in trades this offseason. SEATTLE - Seattle Kraken general manager Ron Francis believes a trio of trades made ahead of ...

After firing coach Dan Bylsma, the Seattle Kraken have promoted longtime general manager Ron Francis to president of hockey operations, with assistant Jason Botterill taking over day-to-day ...

The Kraken restructuring became official Tuesday morning. The team’s only general manager to date, Ron Francis was elevated to president of hockey operations while handing over some of the day ...

Seattle Kraken CEO Tod Leiweke confirmed that GM Ron Francis will remain with the team next season. It's the second consecutive season where the Kraken entered with high hopes of making the ...

Seattle Kraken general manager Ron Francis speaks during an NHL hockey press conference, July 3, 2024, in Seattle. Credit: AP/Jason Redmond Expectations weren’t terribly high for the Kraken in a ...

On April 29, 2024, Ron Francis wore a black pullover and black pants to announce the firing of the Seattle Kraken’s first coach. The general manager had signed Dave Hakstol to a contract ...

April 22 - The Seattle Kraken elevated Hall of Famer Ron Francis to president of hockey operations on Tuesday and promoted Jason Botterill to executive vice president and general manager.