Siblings, Backyard Battles, NHL Dreams

Mackie Samoskevich, Kraken’s newest winger, grew up in a hockey warzone—literally—thanks to his two sisters, Melissa and Maddy, both pro players who pushed him hard in backyard rinks. Melissa, five years older, played boys’ hockey and inspired Mackie’s work ethic, while Maddy, his twin, constantly faced two-on-one attacks as a defenseman. The siblings battled fiercely but remained close, forging a bond that fueled their careers. Now, Mackie’s joining the Kraken while Maddy plays for the Vancouver Goldeneyes—just hours apart—making family game nights a reality. Mackie credits his sisters for shaping his competitive fire, bringing his speed, shot, and relentless drive to the NHL. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0c0adc25a0008680