Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Suiting up versus Ducks
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Stephenson (undisclosed) is in the lineup for Thursday's game versus the Ducks, per Sound of Hockey.
Stephenson missed a large portion of the preseason while injured, but he's ready for Opening Night. The 31-year-old is slated to center the third line, though he could get a little extra ice time in all situations even though Shane Wright is on the second line. Stephenson has produced at least 51 points in four straight seasons and offers some fantasy upside as a playmaker.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Won't play against Edmonton
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Stephenson (undisclosed) will miss Seattle's preseason finale against Edmonton on Wednesday, per Mike Benton of the Kraken Audio Network.
Stephenson recorded 13 goals and 51 points in 78 outings with Seattle in 2024-25. The 31-year-old should serve in a top-six capacity when he's healthy, but if Stephenson isn't available for Opening Night, then Shane Wright might begin the campaign with a bigger role.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Won't play after all
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Stephenson (undisclosed) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the Flames, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.
A previous report listed Stephenson on the roster for Monday's preseason matchup, but the 31-year-old has now been ruled out as he continues to deal with an undisclosed injury. His final chance to suit up during the preseason will be Wednesday against Edmonton, but it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to play. Although Stephenson is considered day-to-day, whether his injury will force him to miss time to begin the regular season remains to be seen.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Set to play Monday
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Stephenson (undisclosed) is expected to be available for Monday's preseason game against the Flames, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.
Stephenson was deemed day-to-day by the Kraken due to an undisclosed injury late last week, but he's on the roster ahead of Monday's preseason matchup, signaling that he should be ready to return to game action. Stephenson made 78 regular-season appearances during his first season with the Kraken last year, recording 13 goals, 38 assists, 50 blocked shots, 33 hits and 24 PIM while averaging 19:31 of ice time.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Sidelined against Canucks
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Stephenson (undisclosed) won't be in action versus Vancouver on Friday, Alison Lukan of the Kraken Hockey Network reports.
Stephenson has reached the 50-point threshold in each of his last four seasons, including the 2024-25 campaign in which he set a new personal best with 18 power-play points. If he avoids a lengthy stint on the shelf, which seems likely considering he was classified as day-to-day, Stephenson should be capable of continuing to produce at that level in 2025-26.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Considered day-to-day
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Head coach Lane Lambert said Thursday that Stephenson (undisclosed) is considered day-to-day, Alison Lukan of the Kraken Hockey Network reports.
Stephenson sustained an undisclosed injury during Tuesday's preseason game against the Flames, but it doesn't appear as though he's facing a long-term absence. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to game action, but it seems possible that he'll be back to full health in time for Opening Night against the Ducks on Oct. 9.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Departs Tuesday's game
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Stephenson (undisclosed) will not return to Tuesday's preseason game versus the Flames, Alison Lukan of the Kraken Hockey Network reports.
Stephenson left the game late in the second period and was unable to return. The center likely would not have played Wednesday in Edmonton anyway, but his status beyond that has yet to be determined.
Stephenson scored a goal on two shots and added two PIM in Saturday's 5-1 win over the Sharks.
Stephenson capitalized on a turnover to stretch the Kraken's lead to 3-1 at 7:39 of the second period. The 30-year-old forward has two goals in his last two outings -- he's scored in consecutive contests three times this season. He's up to the 50-point mark (13 goals, 37 helpers) for the fourth year in a row, and he's added 70 shots on net, 46 blocked shots and a minus-8 rating while logging top-six minutes over 73 outings in his first year with Seattle.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Deposits goal in win
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Stephenson scored a goal and went plus-2 in Wednesday's 5-0 win over the Canucks.
Stephenson earned his first point in three games since he returned from an upper-body injury. The 30-year-old center's goal was his first since March 8 versus the Flyers. For the season, he's at 12 goals, 49 points, 68 shots on net, 46 blocked shots and a minus-9 rating across 72 appearances. Stephenson should be able to reach the 50-point mark for the third straight year, but his usefulness in fantasy is limited since he is only strongly effective in assists and power-play points.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Set to return
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Stephenson (upper body) is expected to be in the lineup versus the Stars on Saturday, per Sound of Hockey.
Stephenson has missed three games, and he's projected to be eased back in on the fourth line. The 30-year-old should also see some power-play time. John Hayden will exit the lineup to make room for Stephenson's return.
Stephenson (upper body) will be a game-time decision versus Dallas on Saturday, Scott Malone of Root Sports reports.
Stephenson has missed the last three games but participated in Saturday's morning skate. He has 11 goals and 37 helpers in 69 appearances this season. If Stephenson returns to the lineup, Shane Wright may drop out of the top six, while Tye Kartye could be a healthy scratch.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Not quite ready to return Thursday
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Stephenson (upper body) practiced in a normal jersey, but he won't make his return Thursday against Edmonton, Kate Shefte of The Seattle Times reports.
Stephenson is probably close now that he's eligible for contact, so perhaps he'll play Saturday versus Dallas. He has 11 goals and 48 points in 69 appearances in 2024-25. When Stephenson is ready to return, Shane Wright might slip out of the top six.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Still out Tuesday
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Stephenson (upper body) won't play Tuesday versus the Flames, per the NHL media site.
Stephenson is set to miss his second game in a row. The 30-year-old center is considered day-to-day, but it's unclear if he'll be able to play at home Thursday versus the Oilers.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Considered day-to-day
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Head coach Dan Bylsma said Monday that Stephenson is considered day-to-day due to an upper-body injury, Scott Malone of Root Sports reports.
Stephenson exited Wednesday's loss to Minnesota due to his injury and was unable to suit up against the Oilers on Saturday. The 30-year-old is apparently dealing with an upper-body issue, but he skated in a non-contact sweater during Monday's practice session. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Tuesday's game against the Flames.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Out Saturday
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Stephenson (undisclosed) will not play Saturday against the Oilers, Alison Lukan of the Kraken Hockey Network reports.
Coach Dan Bylsma didn't give many details on Stephenson's injury -- the veteran winger left Wednesday's 4-0 loss to Minnesota after the second period. Stephenson has 11 goals and 48 points in 69 games this season. His availability for Tuesday's home game against the Flames is unclear.
Stephenson (undisclosed) won't return to Wednesday's game versus the Wild.
The Kraken did not provide an explanation for Stephenson's absence, but he was ruled out at the start of the third period. It's unclear if he'll be available for Saturday's game versus the Oilers. If not, Tye Kartye will likely get back in the lineup, while Shane Wright could pick up extra ice time.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Riding six-game point streak
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Stephenson logged an assist and blocked two shots in Tuesday's 6-2 win over the Blackhawks.
Stephenson extended his point streak to six games (one goal, six helpers) when he set up Jordan Eberle's game-tying goal in the second period. The 30-year-old Stephenson is once again excelling as a playmaker on the Kraken's second line. He has brought veteran stability in that role throughout the campaign, earning 48 points with 66 shots on net, 44 blocked shots and a minus-9 rating over 68 appearances. It's a similar pace to what he had in Vegas during the 2023-24 regular season (51 points in 75 contests).
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Plucks apple in overtime loss
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Stephenson notched a power-play assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Sunday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Jets.
Stephenson extended his point streak to five games when he helped out on a Jani Nyman tally in the first period. During that streak, Stephenson has a goal and five helpers. This was his first power-play point since Feb. 8 versus the Flames. For the season, the 30-year-old center is up to 11 goals, 36 assists, 18 power-play points, 65 shots on net, 42 blocked shots, 32 hits and a minus-10 rating over 67 appearances.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Adds assist in win
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Stephenson logged an assist and two hits in Friday's 4-2 win over Utah.
Stephenson extended his point streak to four games (one goal, four assists) when he set up Eeli Tolvanen's goal just 51 seconds into the game. The 30-year-old Stephenson has meshed well with Tolvanen and Jordan Eberle over the last week following the Kraken's trade that sent Yanni Gourde and Oliver Bjorkstrand to the Lightning. For the season, Stephenson has 11 goals, 35 helpers, 63 shots on net, 40 blocked shots and a minus-9 rating through 66 appearances.
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Kraken's Chandler Stephenson: Generates pair of helpers
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Stephenson logged two assists in Wednesday's 5-4 overtime win over the Canadiens.
Stephenson helped out on an Eeli Tolvanen goal in the second period, and he also won a faceoff that sprung Brandon Montour on a breakaway for the fastest goal from the start of overtime in NHL history. This was Stephenson's first multi-point effort since Jan. 30 against the Sharks. The center has looked sharp lately with a goal and four helpers across six games in March. He's up to 11 goals, 34 assists, 63 shots on net, 40 blocked shots, 30 hits and a minus-10 rating through 65 outings this season.
