Release the Kraken! Host introductions, Seattle Kraken front office and roster breakdowns, potential fan favorites, and Hockey History with Jeff explaining why Wayne Gretzky is the ultimate GOAT.

Jeff and Joey introduce themselves and share how their lives intersect with the world of Hockey before Jeff explains how the NHL moving to ESPN is a big deal for the sport and the Seattle Kraken's immediate popularity. Next, Jeff breaks down the Pacific Division before sharing his admiration for Seattle Kraken GM and NHL legend, Ron Francis. The Seattle Kraken roster is broken down and Joey shares his research into some of his standout players from pre-season who he believes will quickly become fan favorites ranging from Philipp Grubauer to Mark Giordano and Jordan Eberle. Next, Jeff explains lines and line shifts before Joey brings up the health of Yanni Gourde coming off of a shoulder surgery after winning the Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning and how that will impact the Kraken's roster moving forward. Joey brings up the Seattle Kraken fanbase and how the excitement around the team and Climate Pledge Arena is just as much of an integral part of the team's success this year as the players and coaching staff. Last, Jeff strongarms Joey into joining his 20-year long fantasy hockey league to help him learn the game before the start of the 2021-2022 season before explaining what constitutes a point in the NHL and breaking down the top 5 hockey players of all time and why Wayne Gretzky is the ultimate GOAT.SubscribeAll podcasting apps, rate & review on iTunes and Apple Podcasts!Presented by The Hockey Podcast Network with new episodes every week. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook at @KrakenPodRelease the Kraken!#WhatLiesBeneath#SeaKrakenNHL TeamsAnaheim Ducks Arizona Coyotes Boston Bruins Buffalo Sabres Calgary Flames Carolina Hurricanes Chicago Blackhawks Colorado Avalanche Columbus Blue Jackets Dallas Stars Detroit Red Wings Edmonton Oilers Florida Panthers Los Angeles Kings Minnesota Wild Montreal Canadiens Nashville Predators New Jersey Devils New York Islanders New York Rangers Ottawa Senators Philadelphia Flyers Pittsburgh Penguins San Jose Sharks Seattle Kraken St Louis Blues Tampa Bay Lightning Toronto Maple Leafs Vancouver Canucks Vegas Golden Knights Washington Capitals Winnipeg Jets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.