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DJLR Free Agency Frenzy LIVETHREAD
Welcome to free agent frenzy, friends. The NHL has already begun making goofy trades all over the place after the Kraken made a perfectly reasonable call for Mackie Samoskevich, so let’s enjoy the magic as it unfolds! What do the Kraken Need? The Smart-ass answer is “everything”, but I think we can be a little more specific than that. Dire Needs: Younger, more mobile defenseman The Kraken’s biggest achilles heel on D is that they’re old, slow, and struggle with adjusting in net-front work. Adding Brandon Montour last season helped, Chase Reid will absolutely help in that regard, but work still needs to be done in order for this team to compete with the Pacific, which has doubled down on offensive skillset across the board. High-End Goalscoring Forward It’s a constant struggle and it’s always a real pain to keep bringing it up, but yes; the Kraken need somebody who’s willing to go to the net and shoot there. Re-signing Bobby McMann definitely improves the going to the net part, but the Kraken desperately need at least one higher skill forward that can allow them the ability to take over a shift or two and quarterback a power play. Would be nice to have: Left Wing Depth According to EliteProspects.com, the Kraken only have four natural LW players in the entire system; including the NHL team. Obviously it’s fine if you plan on converting a couple of your undersized Centers to wing full-time, but it absolutely can’t hurt to have at least one more! An Upgrade at Center (strictly NHL) I’m not looking at a specific player at the moment! Certainly not! I’m just saying that if the Kraken mean to improve for next year, then they should think carefully about the contract terms of their Center depth, and then make some decisions on possibly upgrading them. Maybe not a wild change, but definitely one that could improve by subtraction or by creating opportunity for other players. Clearer Answer for Goaltending depth in Coachella The goaltending situation for the Kraken seems to be okay at the moment? Definitely not perfect, but they were able to make it work. Their AHL squad meanwhile, has Nikke Kokko on the last year of his RFA contract, Victor Ostman actively looking for his first contract out of RFA, and Kim Saarinen waiting in the wings. As Seattle’s luck has often lent the Coachella Valley netminders a chance to play at least a couple games in the NHL, it would be a good idea for the team to look at the development of these players and come up with a clearer picture. Stuff they’ve already done: Given Lleyton Roed and JR Avon 1 year contracts Said goodbye to Jaden Schwartz 🙁 Let madness continue!
Capitol Hill Seattle
about 1 hour
As Seattle Police struggles to hire more cops, 911 response times across Capitol Hill and the Central District hold steady
While the Seattle Police Department grapples with a stalled effort to hire more officers, its latest performance metrics show 911 response times are holding steady with 70 patrol officers in the East Precinct covering Capitol Hill and the Central District. … Continue reading →
Capitol Hill Seattle
about 1 hour
Seattle holds public hearing on proposal to protect development and affordable housing legislation from environmental appeals
The Seattle City Council is holding a public hearing Wednesday morning on the proposal to amend the Municipal Code to alter how the city’s legislative actions including major rezones and amendments are handled and reform the State Environmental Policy Act process … Continue reading →
West Seattle Blog
about 1 hour
West Seattle Saunter returns!
That photo shows 150 or so of the walkers who joined in last year’s first-ever West Seattle Saunter. A few tipped us that the free mega-walk is returning this year, and organizer Holden has since sent us the announcement: Do you like meeting new people? Do you enjoy exploring our beautiful city? Do you love […]
West Seattle Blog
about 4 hours
TRAFFIC, TRANSIT, WEATHER: July begins, with Seattle’s second-to-last World Cup match
6:00 AM: Good morning and welcome to a new month! It’s Wednesday, July 1, 2026, with Seattle World Cup match #5 this afternoon. WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET The weather’s not yet back to full summer mode – partly sunny today, high in the upper 60s. Sunrise was at 5:15 am; sunset will be at 9:10 pm. […]
West Seattle Blog
about 11 hours
CRIME WATCH FOLLOWUP: Hearings for the men arrested in West Seattle, charged with trying to pay teens for sex
Arraignment hearings are now in the books for all five of the men arrested in West Seattle – though none of them live here – for allegedly arranging to pay for sex with what they thought would be underage girls. We reported a week and a half ago on the charges filed after the undercover […]
West Seattle Blog
about 14 hours
Date set for Alki Elementary School ribboncutting ceremony
(WSB photos, this afternoon) If you’ve been by Alki Elementary lately (3010 59th SW), you’ve likely noticed the new school looks pretty close to done. Today we learned the date that’s been set for the ribboncutting ceremony, so you can mark your calendar: August 26. Long before then, though, staff will start moving in; according […]
West Seattle Blog
about 17 hours
BIZNOTE: Great American Diner and Bar closing – temporarily – in West Seattle
Thanks for the tips. Via social media, the Great American Diner and Bar has announced it’s closing its West Seattle Junction location (which has long been listed for lease). Today is the last day, proprietor Glen Quadros tells WSB, while adding that the closure is temporary, in a way. First, here’s the announcement: Dear West […]
Capitol Hill Seattle
about 18 hours
Sam’s Tavern is back on Capitol Hill
There is, indeed, another deal for Capitol Hill burger bar Sam’s Tavern. It reopens in all of its burger, beer, and Bloody Mary glory ...
West Seattle Blog
about 19 hours
One more day to comment on new field lights, as turf project rolls on, at Nino Cantu SW Athletic Complex
By Anne Higuera Reporting for West Seattle Blog Thanks to David for the tip and photos showing work under way at the Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex upper softball field. The project includes a new synthetic turf field and new fencing. Lighting is also planned next year for the field, with public comment ending tomorrow […]
West Seattle Blog
about 21 hours
What will, and won’t, be happening at the Log House Museum on the Fourth of July
The Southwest Seattle Historical Society‘s Log House Museum on Alki has been a place to visit on the Fourth of July for various reasons over the years. After all, it’s a holiday about history! Two things to know about the museum’s Fourth of July plan this year: (Rendering courtesy SWSHS) -Though the original hope was […]
West Seattle Blog
about 22 hours
75th anniversary for Seattle Schools All-City Marching Band! Two West Seattle events ahead – besides the parade!
(WSB photo – All-City Band in 2025 West Seattle Grand Parade) The Seattle Schools All-City Marching Band is a signature sight and sound of summer. And this year the All-City Band celebrates its 75th anniversary! You’ll of course see them in the West Seattle Grand Parade on July 18. But before that – two events […]
