Calgary edged Seattle 2-1 in a preseason shootout, with Matvei Gridin and Morgan Frost delivering for the Flames in the tiebreaker while Dustin Wolf owned the goaltending rhythm. Seattle’s Berkly Catton opened the scoring, Gridin leveled in the second, and the goaltenders traded highlight-reel saves as Calgary claimed the win.

Philipp Grubauer stopped 18 in regulation and two in OT for Seattle, while Wolf turned away 32 in regulation, three in OT, and three of four in the shootout. Both clubs went 0-for-2 on the power play, Seattle out-hitting Calgary 40-20. Upcoming matches: Flames vs Canucks, Kraken vs Oilers, with fantasy angles peeking through the rookie and goaltending performances.

Matt Murray, former goaltender for the Toronto Maple Leafs, has signed a one-year, $1 million deal with the Seattle Kraken after a challenging tenure in Toronto marked by injuries and limited play. During the previous season, he showcased his potential in the AHL, boasting a 1.72 GAA and a .934 save percentage over 21 games with the Toronto Marlies. Despite appearing in just two NHL games, where he struggled with a 3.54 GAA, Murray's pedigree as a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Pittsburgh Penguins fuels hopes for a resurgence in Seattle.

Kraken GM Jason Botterill expressed excitement over Murray's signing, noting his veteran experience and competitive spirit. With Philipp Grubauer's inconsistent performance last season, Murray’s addition offers valuable depth in the Kraken's goaltending lineup, especially as Grubauer prepares for the upcoming Olympics. Murray's health following bilateral hip surgery will be crucial as he seeks to reclaim his position in the NHL.

The Seattle Kraken secured a decisive 4-1 victory against the Philadelphia Flyers, propelled by the outstanding performance of goaltender Philipp Grubauer, who made 23 saves, marking his first win since December. Grubauer expressed his excitement about returning to the ice, with his teammates like Matty Beniers praising his form and the defensive efforts that included blocking 15 shots.

Owen Tippett scored for the Flyers, but they couldn't maintain their momentum as the Kraken responded with three goals in the second period, including markers from Tye Kartye, Marty Beniers, and a short-handed goal by Chandler Stephenson. The Flyers struggled, with coach John Tortorella noting a decline in performance. The Kraken's defense stifled any potential comeback in the third period, holding the Flyers to just four shots.

The Seattle Kraken have placed goaltender Philipp Grubauer on waivers, aiming to send him to the AHL's Coachella Valley Firebirds if he clears. Grubauer has struggled this season, recording a dismal .866 save percentage and a goals-against average of 3.83, resulting in 16 losses out of 21 starts. With two years left on his contract at a cap hit of $5.9 million, it is unlikely any team will claim him, despite a projected increase in the salary cap.

Previously, Grubauer was the starter for the Washington Capitals during their 2018 Cup-winning playoffs and was a Vezina Trophy finalist in 2021 with the Colorado Avalanche. His career includes stints with the Capitals, Avalanche, and Hurricanes, totaling 412 games played in both regular season and playoffs.

The Seattle Kraken have made a significant roster change by waiving goaltender Philipp Grubauer after a disappointing season. Grubauer, struggling with a 5-15-1 record and a high 3.83 goals against average, has been unable to deliver the performance expected of a top-tier goaltender. With playoffs hopes dwindling for the Kraken, who currently sit eight points out of a wild card spot, the team is looking to turn the tide.

In an attempt to bolster their defense, the Kraken will rely on Joey Daccord, the current starting goaltender, and Ales Stezka, a promising backup from the AHL. Stezka has shown potential with a favorable record, and the Kraken hope that changing their goaltending strategy will improve their overall performance. Grubauer, who was signed to a six-year deal in 2021, has not lived up to expectations, leaving the franchise searching for solutions to their season-long struggles.