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Time of India
a day ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Confirmed: Lane Lambert replaces Dan Bylsma as Seattle Kraken head coach after disappointing season
Lane Lambert (via Getty Images) Veteran NHL coach and former bench boss of the New York Islanders Lane Lambert was officially introduced as the new head coach of the Seattle Kraken on Thursday. The move is more than a month after Seattle fired Dan Bylsma, who served only one year as head coach. Lane Lambert, 60, inherits a Kraken team that struggled in 2024-25, going 35-41-6 and finishing seventh in the Pacific Division to miss the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the third time in four seasons. Seattle Kraken looks up to veteran head Lane Lambert to lead a new path Seattle Kraken hiring Lane Lambert as team's next head coach The Seattle Kraken is counting on Lane Lambert's strategic experience and championship background to shake up their up-and-down roster. "I'm so excited to become the head coach of the Seattle Kraken," Lane Lambert said. "When it came time to writing a new chapter, I couldn't think of a better fit. Seattle is an incredible sports town, and I've been impressed by the energy of the fans every time I've been there as a visiting coach. This team has a talented group of young players poised to take the next step and a core group of veterans with great leadership qualities. I'd like to thank (owner) Samantha Holloway, (president of hockey operations) Ron Francis and (general manager) Jason Botterill for this opportunity. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Pedí tu alarma hoy y llevate Zerovision 100% GRATIS. Alarmas Verisure Ver oferta Undo I can't wait to get started.' Lane Lambert's hiring is the first significant one made by newly promoted executive VP Jason Botterill, who now has oversight of hockey operations, joining president Ron Francis. The two chose Lambert after what Botterill characterized as "an extensive search," praising his leadership, Stanley Cup background, and vision for the future of the team. Also read: Lane Lambert named Seattle Kraken head coach in bold new era of leadership With Lane Lambert now on the bench, the Seattle Kraken are sending a message of change and expectations as they begin their fifth season in the NHL. Supported by an overhauled front office and one of the league's most faithful fan bases, Lambert's task will be to make a skilled but inconsistent team a consistent playoff team — and maybe even provide the franchise with its first-ever postseason series victory.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Who is Lane Lambert, the new Seattle Kraken head coach leading the team's future?
Image credit: (Karl B DeBlaker / AP) Seattle hockey fans, buckle up, the Kraken are officially under new leadership. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reports that the Kraken have hired Lane Lambert as their next head coach, marking a decisive shift for the young franchise after a tough season. Lambert, who most recently worked with the Toronto Maple Leafs and previously led the New York Islanders, comes with a reputation for grit, defensive structure, and playoff know-how. General manager Jason Botterill made it clear: this hire wasn't just about filling a spot, it's about reshaping the future. Who is Lane Lambert? A coach with deep NHL roots A longtime hockey mind, Lambert played over 250 NHL games in his career before transitioning into coaching. His biggest coaching claim to fame came in 2018 as an assistant on the Washington Capitals' Stanley Cup-winning squad, followed by a two-year run as the head coach of the New York Islanders, where he guided them to consecutive Eastern Conference Finals appearances. Lambert is known for his no-nonsense approach, smart defensive systems, and ability to connect with veteran players, a resume the Kraken clearly value as they look to stabilize and grow. Why the Kraken made this coaching change right now The 2024–25 season didn't go the way Seattle hoped. After missing the playoffs and parting ways with former coach Dan Bylsma, the Kraken needed someone who could not only steady the ship but bring fresh ideas to the table. In a statement, Botterill praised Lambert's 'strategy and vision,' saying the team was impressed by his blueprint for maximizing Seattle's current roster and building toward long-term success. It's not just about making the playoffs next season; it's about creating a system players can thrive in for years. With the NHL draft and free agency looming, Lambert and Botterill will need to move quickly to align on roster priorities. Will they target more veteran leadership? Add scoring punch? Shore up the defense? Seattle has shown it can surprise the league before and with Lambert now behind the bench, Kraken fans can dare to dream that the next chapter will be the most exciting one yet. Also read - Inside the Alex Ovechkin email blunder: What it says about the Capitals, their future, and fan anxiety
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Lane Lambert named Seattle Kraken head coach in bold new era of leadership
Lane Lambert (Credit: Getty Image) Lane Lambert has officially taken the reins as head coach of the Seattle Kraken. The decision follows an exhaustive coaching search led by newly appointed general manager Jason Botterill. Lambert brings not just a wealth of experience behind the bench but also a proven record of postseason success. His coaching career includes leading the New York Islanders to a playoff berth in 2023 and winning a Stanley Cup as an assistant with the Washington Capitals in 2018. Jason Botterill's first major decision signals vision shift Lane Lambert hired as Kraken's third head coach The hiring marks a significant milestone for Jason Botterill, who was promoted to general manager after Ron Francis transitioned to president of hockey operations. This is Botterill's first coaching hire since stepping into the role, and it reflects a focus on building strong relationships and a consistent internal culture. This decision is more than just a tactical choice. It's a philosophical statement on how Botterill envisions the Kraken evolving in the coming years. With playoff ambitions and player development at the core, the hiring sends a message that Seattle is preparing to compete with purpose. Kraken roster offers blend of youth and experience Lane Lambert (Credit: Getty Image) Lambert inherits a roster that finished seventh in the Pacific Division last season. While the team posted a 35-41-6 record, it possesses depth and promise. Emerging talents like Matty Beniers, Shane Wright, and Ryker Evans bring energy and potential. At the same time, veterans such as Jared McCann, Vince Dunn, and Jaden Schwartz provide leadership and stability. Read more: 'Next man up' mentality key as Edmonton Oilers search for Zach Hyman replacement Improving special teams will be one of Lambert's initial challenges. The Kraken ranked in the bottom third of the league in goals-against, power-play efficiency, and penalty kill. Addressing those weaknesses will be crucial if Seattle hopes to return to playoff contention. With a more defined coaching strategy and a clear organizational vision, the Kraken look ready to turn the page under Lambert's command.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Kraken name new head coach after Dan Bylsma firing
The post Kraken name new head coach after Dan Bylsma firing appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Seattle Kraken have found a new head coach after just one season with Dan Bylsma, as the young NHL franchise has hired Lane Lambert to handle the job behind the bench, the team announced on Thursday night. Advertisement 'UP NEXT: THE LANE EVENT 🤩We're excited to welcome Lane Lambert to the #SeaKraken as our organization's new Head Coach,' the Kraken shared in a post on X (formerly Twitter). The Lambert hire comes on the heels of the Kraken parting ways with Bylsma, who steered Seattle to just a 35-41-6 record for 76 points. Lambert has head coaching experience before his Seattle hire, having coached the New York Islanders for two seasons from 2022 to 2024.. 'After conducting an extensive search, we're thrilled to announce Lane as our new head coach,' shared Kraken general manager Jason Botterill (via Like Lambert, Botterill will also enter the 2025-26 NHL regular season in a new role for the Kraken. Botterill was promoted by Seattle to the general manager position in April. Advertisement 'We cast a wide net for suitable candidates,' Botterill continued. 'What impressed us throughout the interview process was Lane's strategy and vision for this team. He was an integral part of the Capitals winning the Cup and the Islanders advancing to two straight Eastern Conference finals. We have full confidence in Lane to lead this team behind the bench.' The Kraken started competing in the NHL in the 2021-22 NHL season, winning just 27 games under Dave Hakstol. Seattle surprisingly made the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs in just their second season in the league, even reaching the second round of the 2025 postseason. In what turned out to be Hakstol's final season with the Kraken, he guided the team to a 34-35-13 record. 'I'm so excited to become the head coach of the Seattle Kraken,' Lambert said of his new job. 'When it came time to writing a new chapter, I couldn't think of a better fit. Seattle is an incredible sports town, and I've been impressed by the energy of the fans every time I've been there as a visiting coach. This team has a talented group of young players poised to take the next step and a core group of veterans with great leadership qualities. I'd like to thank Samantha Holloway, Ron Francis and Jason Botterill for this opportunity. I can't wait to get started.' During his time as the Islanders' head coach, Lambert went 61-46-20 through 127 games.
Reuters
2 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
Kraken hire Lane Lambert as next coach
May 30 - The Seattle Kraken named Lane Lambert their head coach on Thursday, more than one month after firing Dan Bylsma. Most recently the associate coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Lambert heads into his second stint as an NHL boss after leading the New York Islanders in 2022-23 and part of 2023-24. "When it came time to writing a new chapter, I couldn't think of a better fit," Lambert told the Kraken's team website. "Seattle is an incredible sports town, and I've been impressed by the energy of the fans every time I've been there as a visiting coach. This team has a talented group of young players poised to take the next step and a core group of veterans with great leadership qualities." The franchise will embark on its fifth NHL season with its third head coach after Bylsma spent a single season behind the bench, which ended with Seattle missing the playoffs. Dave Hakstol coached the Kraken for their first three years in the league and guided them to one postseason trip. It was the latest step the Kraken took to reshape their front office and coaching staff this offseason. Ron Francis was elevated from general manager to president of hockey operations and Jason Botterill was promoted to GM last month. Botterill led the search for a head coach, according to the team. In a statement, Botterill cited Lambert's work as an assistant coach with the Washington Capitals when they won the 2018 Stanley Cup. "We cast a wide net for suitable candidates," Botterill told the team website. "What impressed us throughout the interview process was Lane's strategy and vision for this team. He was an integral part of the Capitals winning the Cup and the Islanders advancing to two straight Eastern Conference finals. We have full confidence in Lane to lead this team behind the bench." In Seattle, Lambert will work with three players whom he coached in Washington: goaltender Philipp Grubauer and forwards Chandler Stephenson and Andre Burakovsky. Kraken captain Jordan Eberle also spent time playing for Lambert in New York. Lambert was an assistant under Barry Trotz with the Islanders before being named his successor when Trotz was fired in 2022. Lambert has a 61-46-20 record as an NHL head coach. --Field Level Media
