Andy Eide was the Seattle Kraken insider for SeattleSports.com before his passing in 2023. Before the NHL's arrival in Seattle, Andy was the longtime Seattle Thunderbirds reporter for SeattleSports.com. He attended his first T-Birds game in 1987 and became hooked on hockey ever since. He also provided coverage of the Kraken for NHL.com and Sound of Hockey.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Sep 13, 2016T-Birds notebook: Split in Tri-City and the World Cup effect
The T-Birds edged the Kootenay Ice 4-3 in a shootout on Friday afternoon but fell 4-2 to the Tri-City Americans on Saturday.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Sep 4, 2016
Rookie Elijah Brown bounces back during T-Birds’ 4-3 win
The Thunderbirds defeated the Spokane Chiefs 4-3 on Sunday during a back-and-forth affair that showcased rookie Elijah Brown's potential.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Sep 3, 2016
Thunderbirds fall 5-3 to Tri City Americans in 2nd preseason game
The T-Birds outshot the Tri City Americans at the Xfinity Center but failed to capitalize on their chances and dropped a 5-3 decision.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Sep 3, 2016Rookie goalie Carl Stankowski shines in 3-1 T-Birds preseason win over Silvertips
Carl Stankowski made 30 saves as the Thunderbirds opened their preseason schedule with a solid 3-1 win over the Everett Silvertips on Friday night.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Aug 31, 2016What to watch: T-Birds in Everett preseason tournament
For many, Labor Day weekend signifies the end of the summer. In the Puget Sound hockey world, it means WHL preseason hockey in Everett.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Aug 29, 2016Cavin Leth set for leadership role in first full season with T-Birds
Cavin Leth didn’t join the Thunderbirds until the trade deadline last year, but now in his first full season with the team he will be counted on to be one of its leaders.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Aug 26, 2016
Thunderbirds wrap up rookie portion of training camp
The first two days of Thunderbirds training camp were highlighted by scrimmages that focused on the future of the club. It was all about the rookies on Wednesday and Thursday.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Aug 25, 2016
Thunderbirds’ first-round pick Jake Lee is looking to the future
Defenseman Jake Lee, Seattle’s first-round pick in last spring’s Bantam Draft, is in training camp with the team looking to make an early impression. So far, he’s enjoying the experience.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Aug 24, 2016T-Birds looking for younger defensemen to step up this season
As the Seattle Thunderbirds hit the ice on Wednesday to open their training camp, they are looking for some new players on defense in hopes to continue their strong play on the blue line.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Aug 23, 2016Mailbag: Previewing the T-Birds’ season on the eve of training camp
Answering your questions about the upcoming Seattle Thunderbirds season in advance of training camp for the defending WHL Western Conference champions.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Aug 3, 2016Who will mind the net for the Thunderbirds in 2016-17?
With Landon Bow graduated, the Thunderbirds will be looking to replace some big goalie pads this season. There will be one familiar face and two new ones vying for time in the crease.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Jul 29, 2016Notebook: T-Birds are a gateway to pros for more than just players
The Western Hockey League prides itself as being one of the top developmental leagues in North America. It’s not just the players who have pro aspirations, however.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Jul 18, 2016Scouting is key for the Seattle Thunderbirds’ success
Seattle, like every WHL team, relies on its scouting staff to look for the next batch of players to make up the team’s roster. The T-Birds' scouting team is made up of 12 guys who spend most of their free time in small, cold rinks throughout the west.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Jun 23, 2016Seattle Thunderbirds’ Ethan Bear snubbed by Hockey Canada
Earlier this week Hockey Canada announced the roster for its national junior team development camp. Mathew Barzal and…
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THUNDERBIRDS | Jun 1, 2016Top 10 moments from the 2015-16 Thunderbirds season: 1-5
Reliving the top 10 moments from the Thunderbirds’ 2015-16 season, finishing with Nos. 5-1.
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THUNDERBIRDS | May 27, 2016Top 10 moments from the 2015-16 Thunderbirds season: 6-10
Reliving the top 10 moments from the Thunderbirds' 2015-16 season, beginning with Nos. 10-6.
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THUNDERBIRDS | May 14, 2016T-Birds drop 8-4 decision in Game 5, Brandon wins WHL Championship
The Thunderbirds' quest for their first ever WHL Championship came to an end Friday night, as the Brandon Wheat Kings outlasted them 8-4 to win the Ed Chynoweth Cup.
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THUNDERBIRDS | May 12, 2016Thunderbirds stay alive with 6-1 rout of Wheat Kings
After three heartbreaking losses, the T-Birds got one back in a big way on Wednesday to stay alive in the WHL Championship Series, striking out to a big lead early on their way to a 6-1 win over the Brandon Wheat Kings in Game 4.
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THUNDERBIRDS | May 11, 2016T-Birds face elimination after third straight OT loss to Brandon
The Seattle Thunderbirds lost Tuesday night to the Brandon Wheat Kings in the WHL Finals for the third straight time in overtime by a 3-2 score, putting their season on the brink.
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THUNDERBIRDS | May 7, 2016
T-Birds fall again in OT to Brandon, trail 2-0 in WHL finals
Jayce Hawryluk's shot from below the goal line hit a T-Birds skate and deflected past a diving Landon Bow, giving Brandon a 3-2 win and putting Seattle in a 2-0 hole in the best-of-seven WHL Championship.
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THUNDERBIRDS | May 6, 2016Thunderbirds beat by bad bounce in OT of Game 1 of WHL finals
The Seattle Thunderbirds fell 3-2 after the Brandon Wheat Kings scored off a rebound in overtime of the first game of the WHL Championship series Friday night.
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THUNDERBIRDS | May 6, 2016
T-Birds take defenseman with first pick of Bantam Draft
The Thunderbirds held the 18th pick in the first round of the Bantam Draft and used it to select defenseman Jake Lee out of Sherwood Park, Alberta. Its the third time in the last four drafts that Seattle has gone defense with its first pick of the draft.
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THUNDERBIRDS | May 4, 2016Mathew Barzal, Scott Eansor have been front and center for the Thunderbirds
The odd-couple duo of centers Mathew Barzal and Scott Eansor have been integral in the Thunderbirds' run to the WHL Championship Series against the Brandon Wheat Kings.
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THUNDERBIRDS | Apr 29, 2016Ethan Bear quietly having a great playoff run for Thunderbirds
The list of heroes from the Seattle Thunderbirds thrilling Game 4 double-overtime win is long. Matthew Wedman with…