Jagger Firkus headlines ten Kraken picks on Day Two of NHL Draft

The Seattle Kraken made ten selections on the second day of the NHL Draft to bolster their organizational depth. The group was headlined by Moose Jaw winger Jagger Firkus, who had 80 points in 66 games in the WHL this year.

Gates Foundation, women's tennis partnering on health issues

All sorts of requests reach the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, via all sorts of methods, but rarely does a meaningful entreaty come via LinkedIn message. That, though, is how Micky Lawler, the president of the WTA women’s professional tennis tour, first reached out to the group about a partnership during a sleepless pandemic night.

Thunderbirds Kevin Korchinski, Reid Schaefer selected in first round of NHL Draft

Two members of the Seattle Thunderbirds – defenseman Kevin Korchinski and left winger Reid Schaefer – were selected in the first round of the NHL Draft on Thursday night.

Kraken select Shane Wright with fourth pick in NHL Draft

The Seattle Kraken selected Kingston Frontenacs star center Shane Wright with the fourth overall pick in the first round of Thursday night's NHL Draft.

Biden tells Brittney Griner's wife he's working to get her home

Biden's conversation with Griner's wife, Cherelle Griner, followed Brittney Griner's personal appeal to the president in a handwritten letter from the basketball player the White House received on Monday.

Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer has COVID, status for Saturday's game vs. Portland in question

Seattle Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer's status for Saturday's Cascadia Cup matchup with the Portland Timbers is in doubt as he has been placed in the MLS' health and safety protocols.

Bald Eagle Golf Club on Point Roberts back open after two-year shut down due to border closure

Located on the tiny exclave of Point Roberts, Bald Eagle Golf Club had to shut down for two years due to the extended closure of the Canadian border due to COVID-19. The course finally reopened on June 15th.

Bald Eagle Golf Club at Point Roberts reopens after two years
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Bald Eagle Golf Club at Point Roberts is back open after having to close for two years due to the Canadian border closure amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kraken schedule: Seattle opens at Anaheim Ducks on October 12

The Seattle Kraken will open their second season of play on the road against the Anaheim Ducks on Oct. 12 with a home opener against the Vegas Golden Knights on Oct. 15.

Browns trade QB Baker Mayfield to Panthers

Baker Mayfield's rocky run with Cleveland officially ended Wednesday when the Browns traded the divisive quarterback and former No. 1 overall draft pick to the Carolina Panthers, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press.

Kraken hire Steve Briere as goalie coach, Jessica Campbell as assistant for Coachella Valley

The Seattle Kraken have hired Steve Briere to serve as their new goaltending coach and Jessica Campbell to serve as an assistant coach on Dan Bylsma's staff with the Coachella Valley Firebirds.

Mariners OF Julio Rodríguez named AL Player of the Week

Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodríguez has been named the American League Player of the Week after batting .360 with two doubles, a triple, three home runs, six RBI and seven runs scored.

Jody Allen releases statement that Seahawks, Trail Blazers not for sale, yet

Jody Allen, the sister of late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, released a statement on Tuesday saying the Portland Trail Blazers and Seattle Seahawks are not currently for sale amidst speculation into the teams' futures. 

Sharks hire Mike Grier as NHL’s first Black general manager

The San Jose Sharks have hired longtime NHL forward Mike Grier to become the first Black general manager in NHL history.

Nathan's hot dog eating contest: Joey Chestnut reigns champ again

This is Joey Chestnut's 15th win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. How many do you think he ate this year?

Stewart trades for Bird in WNBA All-Star draft

Breanna Stewart traded for her Seattle teammate Sue Bird in the WNBA All-Star draft Saturday.