Kraken Face Family Tragedy, Injuries, & Global Series

0:00On March 26th, the Seattle Kraken are dealing with tough news on multiple fronts. Forward Ryan Winterton stepped away from the team on Monday March 23rd for a family matter later revealed as the passing of his, 25-year-old brother Jacob after a battle with cancer. Meanwhile, Jair McCann remains sideline with a lower body injury, joining Jaden Schwartz who's out indefinitely after a facial cut. According to the challenges, the Kraken shuffled their roster on Tuesday, March 25th, by recalling forward Oscar Fisker Mogard from there. American hockey league affiliate, the Coachella Valley Firebirds, while sending Johnny Nyman back down. Mogard has shown promise with 32 points in 41 games down there and in assist in his brief NHL stint earlier this season. Fans and teammates have rallied around the Winterton family, flooding social media with condolences and tributes. Ryan called his brother his best friend and a heartfelt post, and the team has asked for privacy during this hard time.

1:02These injuries come at a critical point with playoffs looming, putting pressure on the depth chart. Bright spot ahead, the NHL announced the Kraken's first global series games in 2026, two regular season matchups against the Carolina. Hurricanes in Finland, the team's three finished players, including Kaya Polkako, are thrilled at the chance to play near home for passionate fans. The Kraken wrap up their road trip Thursday, March 26th, against the Tampa Bay Lightning, hoping for quick returns and strong play to stay in. The hunt. That wraps NHL news today. Brought to you with AI. I'm Cory with the story.