
Sound Of Hockey - Seattle Kraken Hockey Podcast
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Sound Of Hockey is brought to you by SoundOfHockey.com. This show is a general hockey podcast - produced for and by hockey fans - which features news and discussion surrounding the Seattle Kraken, and the sport in Seattle and the rest of the Pacific Northwest (the... Sound... area. Get it?). Plus, you'll hear great interviews, banter, and segments regarding the latest from all around the hockey world. John Barr, Andy Eide, and Darren Brown are three Seattle-based hockey minds who are here to inform and entertain. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Episodes(40 episodes)

Ep. 351 - Kraken Third Jerseys Released
Apologies for the delay in getting this one published... Had some technical difficulties, but we got those sorted. The Kraken released their third jerseys this week, but the guys recorded before that happened. So they *also* recorded a reaction to those on Thursday and spliced that into the episode. It creates for some fun time-warping shenanigans. Also in this episode, a big prospect discussion in advance of Kraken Rookie Camp, plus too much CBA talk, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good? SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Sep 6, 2025Duration: 1:07:47

Ep. 350 - Sound Of Hockey Fest Will Be 10/4!
It’s official! Sound Of Hockey Fest is back! This will be the second time SOH hosts this event, and it will be held on Oct. 4 at Reuben’s Brews Barrel House. Block your calendars! More info coming soon…On this episode, the guys express their distrust for AI. However, despite poor info from said AI, the guys manufacture some interesting Kraken conversation this week. Future members of the Kraken Hall of FameKraken adjustments for improvementWhere does improvement actually come from?Plus, Let’s Get Quizzical, Goalie Gear Corner, a...
Published: Aug 29, 2025Duration: 1:03:09

Ep. 349 - Featuring Cayla Barnes
The guys have heavy hearts on this episode, as they remember their good buddy, Dave Mosbach, who passed away earlier this week after a battle with cancer. After giving some thoughts on what Dave meant to the hockey community, Darren goes into goalie therapy. Eventually, the episode shifts to a fantastic interview featuring Team USA star and PWHL Seattle defenseman Cayla Barnes. Plus, plenty of Kraken talk, Goalie Gear Corner, and much more. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Aug 22, 2025Duration: 1:14:59

Ep. 348 - Featuring Mason Marchment
This week, the guys have a great in-person interview with new Seattle Kraken forward Mason Marchment, acquired in a trade with the Dallas Stars earlier this summer. With Marchment, the guys discuss his unusual path to the NHL, what it was like getting traded from a team where he had lots of close connections, and getting hit in the face with a slap shot. It’s a great conversation. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Aug 14, 2025Duration: 26:31

Ep. 347 - Is Buoy ok?
It's full-on offseason for the guys and for the NHL right now. Still, Sound Of Hockey manages to pull together a short-but-sweet episode this week, discussing several Kraken topics like Buoy getting chased by a bear, plus a nice little Buy / Sell / Hold segbit considering a number of scenarios for early in the season. Plus, Weekly One-Timers, What's Good?, and Darren went in a mosh pit. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Aug 8, 2025Duration: 46:24

Ep. 346 - Let Darren Cook?
After Darren took a 5-star beating on the last episode, he's back from his hiatus (which he talks about quite a bit), and several listeners came rushing to his aide on this week's episode. That leads to plenty of hijinks, but don't worry, there's also lots of Kraken talk. The guys discuss Kaapo Kakko's contract extension with the team and debate who of next year's UFA's should be re-signed. Also, talk about signings around the league, Weekly One-Timers, Goalie Gear Corner, and What's Good? SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Jul 31, 2025Duration: 1:00:35

Ep. 345 - Featuring Andrei Loshko
On this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys hold their last prospect interview from Seattle Kraken Development Camp, this time with Andrei Loshko. Loshko has taken a very interesting path so far from Belarus to multiple different junior leagues. Fun interview. Also in this episode, Darren gets personally attacked via a 5-star review, plenty of Kraken updates and discussion about the schedule being released, and then updates from around the league .Segments include Weekly One-Timers and What's Good?SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Jul 18, 2025Duration: 55:21

Ep. 344 - Featuring Caden Price and Kaden Hammell
The Sound Of Hockey prospect interview series carries on as the guys interview Caden Price and Kaden Hammell on this latest episode. Fun conversations with both. Also, lots of Development Camp thoughts and RFA updates, then eventually a BIG game of catch-up on what has happened around the NHL the last couple weeks.As discussed on the episode, if you'd like to donate to Darren's bike adventure to benefit the MS Society of Minnesota, click here! Thanks for considering. :) SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Jul 10, 2025Duration: 1:29:21

Ep. 343 - Featuring Blake Fiddler and Nathan Villeneuve
What a fun episode this is! It's been a massive week in the Kraken sphere, and the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is at Development Camp and ready to bring you up to speed. In addition to covering all the Kraken-related headlines from this week, the guys also give you two fantastic interviews with Kraken prospects Blake Fiddler and Nathan Villeneuve. They also talk through how the week's moves will impact the roster next season and recap the team's draft strategy.SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Jul 3, 2025Duration: 56:05

Ep. 342 - Recapping the recent Kraken trades (Marchment and Burakovsky)
The Seattle Kraken made a couple notable trades in the last week, acquiring Mason Marchment and offloading Andre Burakovsky. On this episode of the Sound Of Hockey, the guys break down what those deals mean for the roster and consider how they help the team. They also discuss the team's latest coaching hires, the PWHL Draft, and Hall of Fame selections before moving to segments. Segments include Weekly One-Timers and What's Good?SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Jun 26, 2025Duration: 57:23

Ep. 341 - Featuring Lane Lambert AND Jason Botterill
It's a very special episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast this week with not one, but TWO fantastic interviews with the head coach of the Seattle Kraken, Lane Lambert, and the general manager of the Seattle Kraken, Jason Botterill. With Lambert, the guys talk X's and O's, his expectations for the upcoming season, and his background. With Botterill, the guys talk about the changing tides in the NCAA and CHL, exciting prospects, and much more.SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Jun 17, 2025Duration: 43:25

Ep. 340 - The Next Kraken Era Is Underway, PWHL Expansion Talk
It's been a relatively busy week in the Seattle hockey sphere, with Lane Lambert being officially introduced as the next head coach of the Seattle Kraken and the PWHL Expansion Draft having been held on Monday. On this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys share some central themes from the presser and give their thoughts on what PWHL Seattle is building. They also fielded lots of Mailbag questions before moving into segments, which include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good? SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Jun 12, 2025Duration: 1:10:03

Ep. 339 - Expanded Lambert thoughts, offseason predictions
Now that the dust has settled on the Kraken hiring Lane Lambert as their head coach, the guys give their full reactions after only getting in a few brief considerations last week. Also, they dig deep into Curtis's story from this week that predicted what will be the list of priorities for the Kraken this offseason. Finally, plenty of PWHL Seattle talk, as the that team continues to build out its star-studded inaugural roster. Segments include Weekly One-Timers and What's Good?SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Jun 7, 2025Duration: 1:02:48

Ep. 338 - The Kraken hired Lane Lambert
In this episode, the guys do some time warping... They initially recorded on Wednesday night, before the news broke that the Kraken had hired Lane Lambert as their third head coach. HOWEVER, just before they published the episode, John and Darren managed to get some quick thoughts in about the hire before they go back in time and give their opinions on who should be hired BEFORE the news broke. Also in this episode, plenty of Stanley Cup Playoffs and World Championship talk. Plus, Down on the Farm, PWHL, Weekly One-timers, and What's Good?SUBSCRIBE...
Published: May 30, 2025Duration: 54:14

Ep. 337 - Who's In the Mix?
Another week has passed, and there's still little clarity about who is "in the mix" for the Kraken head coach job. But John, Darren, and Curtis do their best to answer whatever questions they can about the process, including some thoughts from John about what may or may not be true. Aside from a lengthy coaching discussion, the guys also do Get Off My Lawn, Down on the Farm, Weekly One-Timers, and general NHL and PWHL Seattle talk.ENJOY! SUBSCRIBE! REVIEW!
Published: May 22, 2025Duration: 57:07

Ep. 336 - Coaching Carousel Keeps Spinning
On this episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, the guys discuss the latest news that Rick Tocchet has been hired by the Philadelphia Flyers and consider what that might mean for the Seattle Kraken. They also go Down on the Farm, where the Coachella Valley Firebirds' season has come to an end. Segments include Bad Boys, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good? SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: May 16, 2025Duration: 54:46

Ep. 335 - Let Curtis Cook!
On the latest episode, John and Darren let Curtis cook. They also discuss the Draft Lottery, available coaches for the Kraken, and head Down on the Farm, before getting into more Kraken season retrospective. Eventually, they get to Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Weekly One-Timers. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: May 9, 2025Duration: 1:03:08

Ep. 334 - MEGA episode with Alison Lukan in studio, plus interview with Evan Pivnick
It's another huge SOH Podcast Episode this week, as BFOP Alison Lukan joins us in studio for a Kraken retrospective, coach talk, and much more. Enjoy this, because it's allegedly Alison's last time on the pod (but probably not really). Also, the guys chatted with Evan Pivnick this week about the Coachella Valley Firebirds and their chances in the AHL Calder Cup Playoffs. Segments include Down on the Farm, Weekly One-Timers, Bad Boys, and What's Good.SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: May 2, 2025Duration: 1:34:22

Ep. 333 - Aftermath of Dan Bylsma getting fired, Jason Botterill being promoted to Kraken GM
It was a wild start to the week for the Seattle Kraken and their fanbase, as the team announced on Monday that it had fired head coach Dan Bylsma after just one season at the helm. It was also announced that Ron Francis would become president of hockey operations, and Jason Botterill would become general manager. In this episode, the guys spend most of the hour reacting to that news and unpacking the Tuesday's press conference. It's a lot to cover, but the guys do their best to hit all the necessary points.Segments include...
Published: Apr 24, 2025Duration: 1:02:51

Ep. 332 - End-of-Season MEGA Episode! Featuring Joey Daccord
This is a huge episode for a lot of reasons... First, it's extra long because the guys have a lot to talk about. But second, it's also packed full of interesting info and laughs, AND... Joey interviewed Joey Daccord again! Patreon listeners submitted questions for Joey (Darren read a few of them... more on that in the episode), which created some great conversation. Plus, an unpacking of the end of the Kraken season and their locker clean-out day.SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!
Published: Apr 17, 2025Duration: 1:37:28