Andy Eide

Andy Eide

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.

The 5 biggest Seattle Kraken questions as training camp opens

Seattle Kraken training camp begins this week, with preseason opening Monday and the regular season not far behind. Andy Eide looks at the team's biggest questions.
2 years ago

Will Seattle Kraken top pick Shane Wright play in the NHL this season?

Top Seattle Kraken draft pick Shane Wright could play with the team this season, or return to the OHL. Andy Eide breaks down the scenarios.
2 years ago

The 5 most important Seattle Kraken players for this season

The Seattle Kraken have made a number of big improvements to their roster. Andy Eide breaks down the players who will be leaned on the most.
2 years ago

3 factors that will decide if Seattle Kraken make playoffs this season

The Seattle Kraken have made moves that should pick up wins, but will it be enough? And what will determine if they get into the postseason?
2 years ago

3 ways Seattle Kraken have had big summer that’s flown under radar

The offseason for the Seattle Kraken hasn't grabbed the biggest headlines in the NHL, but a look at what GM Ron Francis has done shows big improvements.
2 years ago

Seattle Kraken Breakdown: Who will play center? It’s a good question now

Before last season, the question was who the Seattle Kraken had that could play center. They have way more options for 2022-23, though.
2 years ago

Jordan Eberle a big fan of Seattle Kraken offseason moves

Jordan Eberly really likes what the Seattle Kraken have done this offseason, and he's excited to help Shane Wright and Matty Beniers develop.
2 years ago

New Seattle Kraken winger Bjorkstrand talks surprise trade

New Kraken scorer Oliver Bjorkstrand met with Seattle media for the first time to discuss his reaction to the trade and much more.
2 years ago

What kind of impact Seattle Kraken can expect from Oliver Bjorkstrand

The Seattle Kraken made a big splash by trading for RW Oliver Bjorkstrand last week. Andy Eide breaks down what the move means for Seattle.
2 years ago

Seattle Kraken Breakdown: A look at top 3 adds in free agency

Seattle Kraken insider Andy Eide details the three signings expected to play roles on the team this year, as well as why the Kraken may not have been as aggressive as expected.
2 years ago

Seattle Kraken Camp Observations: Top pick Shane Wright is real deal

The Seattle Kraken are holding their development camp this week, and players like Shane Wright and Matty Beniers are turning heads.
2 years ago

Seattle Kraken Draft: Why Shane Wright at 4 could be steal of all steals

In a shocking turn of events, the Seattle Kraken ended up with Shane Wright with the fourth pick of the NHL Draft. Andy Eide has the story.
2 years ago

Biggest NHL Draft Questions: Who will Seattle Kraken select at No. 4?

Who could the Seattle Kraken take fourth overall? Andy Eide dives into that and more big questions for the upcoming NHL Draft.
2 years ago

Who Seattle Kraken can target in 2nd round with 4 NHL Draft picks

The Seattle Kraken will enter next month's draft with four second-round picks. Andy Eide breaks down who may be on Seattle's radar.
2 years ago

A look at Seattle Kraken AHL affiliate Coachella Valley Firebirds taking shape

Seattle Kraken insider Andy Eide has a close look at how the Kraken's AHL affiliate, the Coachella Valley Firebirds, are getting on the ice.
2 years ago

What Seattle Kraken goalie options are after Chris Driedger’s torn ACL

Chris Driedger, the No. 2 goalie for the Seattle Kraken, will miss seven to nine months due to injury. Andy Eide breaks down their goalie situation.
2 years ago

How good will Seattle Kraken C Matty Beniers be in his first full season?

Matty Beniers, the first Seattle Kraken draft pick, provided a boost when he joined the team late last season. What is to be expected when he plays his first full season?
2 years ago

Seattle Kraken need a captain, and Jordan Eberle is the best bet

Seattle Kraken insider Andy Eide looks at the team's leadership options and details why Jordan Eberle makes sense to be named captain.
2 years ago

Seattle Kraken will get impact from Brandon Tanev, Jaden Schwartz returns

Two key players for the Seattle Kraken, Brandon Tanev and Jaden Schwartz, had their 2021-22 seasons cut short by injury but will be back for training camp.
2 years ago

Seattle Kraken get No. 4 NHL Draft pick: What, and who, to expect

We now know the Seattle Kraken have the No. 4 pick in the 2022 NHL Draft. Andy Eide breaks down the kinds of players go at 4, and three players Seattle could end up with.
2 years ago

Seattle Kraken offseason primer: Key dates and decisions

The Seattle Kraken have a big offseason ahead, and Andy Eide details everything you need to know about Seattle's upcoming summer.
2 years ago

With a smile on his face, Yanni Gourde does everything for Seattle Kraken

On the ice, 30-year-old Yanni Gourde has been everything the Seattle Kraken hoped he would be when they selected him from Tampa Bay in their NHL Expansion Draft.
2 years ago

Where does 2021 2nd-round pick Ryker Evans fit in with Seattle Kraken?

With 2021 second-round pick Ryker Evans signing his entry-level contract, Andy Eide details how Evans fits in with the Seattle Kraken.
2 years ago

Matty Beniers off to great start, but Seattle Kraken still need skill on offense

The Matty Beniers hype train has left the station and reached top speed but the Seattle Kraken need to add more talent around him.
2 years ago