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We’re headed to Spring Training 2024! Keep up with the Circling Seattle Sports team on our Blog and Socials
The Circling Seattle Sports and Converge Media team are headed back to Spring Training for a second consecutive year! Join Charles Hamaker and Liv Lyons as they head back down to Peoria for a sneak peek of this years squad.
Shutout in Seattle: Philipp Grubauer and the Kraken hold the Penguins scoreless in tight 2-0 victory
As their six-game homestand is coming to a close, the Seattle Kraken pulled out a tight 2-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins behind a shutout performance by goaltender Philipp Grubauer and chaotic goals in front of net by Oliver Bjorkstrand and Alex Wennberg.
Circling Seattle Sports rebrands early into 2024
Ahead of an exciting Spring and Summer sports season in 2024, Circling Seattle Sports has announced a rebrand to provide a fresh new look to a sports media outlet that continues to grow in it's coverage and as a group.
In a battle of Pacific Northwest rivals, Kraken take down NHL’s best in 5-2 win over Canucks
In a big Pacific division showdown, the Seattle Kraken defeated the Vancouver Canucks in a Pacific Northwest rivalry game that results in a massive two points for the Kraken as they look to push themselves further towards a wild card spot.
The good, the bad, and the ugly: Notes from the Seattle Kraken overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings
The Seattle Kraken showed positives in their overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings, but not enough positives obviously as they ended up losing and failing to make the most out of their opportunity to climb back towards a wild card spot.
Kraken push hard against Red Wings, but can’t execute enough in overtime loss
Returning home from a road trip to kick things off after the All-Star break, the Seattle Kraken began a six-game homestand with an overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings that was well within their hands to win. The Kraken overcame a goal deficit on three separate occasions, but couldn't score a winner.
Sounders last preseason tests still show areas to improve upon, splitting two scrimmages against Sacramento Republic FC
The Seattle Sounders FC hosted USL Championship side Sacramento Republic FC, splitting two scrimmages between their first and second choice sides. The first choice side fell in a frustrating 1-0 result, well the second choice side won emphatically by a score of 4-0.
The Gold Mamba, Seattle Reign, and Purple Reign take over the 89th annual Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards
The 89th annual Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards saw another spectacular event put on, as Jewell Loyd, Michael Penix Jr, and the University of Washington Football team taking home the fan voted awards. Read more about this years award winners.
Entering a new era: Seattle Sounders FC begin time at Longacres with first training
Our Seattle Sounders FC opened up their new facility, Sounders FC Center at Longacres! The first team held their first training session at their new digs, a facility that houses the first team, Tacoma Defiance, Sounders academy, + business and operations staff.
Seattle Storm trade away Kia Nurse, 4th overall pick to Los Angeles Sparks for 2026 1st round pick
The morning of January 31st, 2024 saw the Seattle Storm trade away veteran Kia Nurse and the 4th overall pick in this years WNBA draft for a 2026 1st rounder from the Los Angeles Sparks. Why would Seattle do this?
Besa Gordon Set To Host The Red Carpet At 2024 Seattle Sports Star Awards
Back2Besa host and nationally syndicated radio host Besa Gordon is set to once again host on the red carpet of the Seattle Sports Star Awards. The annual event brings together the best of the Seattle Sports Scene, and Gordon is quickly becoming a large part of that.
Kraken get back on track with 6-2 victory over the Blackhawks, as team looks to start getting healthier
The Seattle Kraken snapped their four-game losing streak, as Vince Dunn returned to the lineup and the team put up six goals on the visiting Chicago Blackhawks. Goaltender Joey Daccord, making his 17th start in the past 19 games, remained rock solid while Tomas Tatar led the way with two goals in the victory.
Seattle Kraken morning skate notes: January 24th, 2024
The January 24th, 2024 Morning Skate for the Seattle Kraken, ahead of their battle against the Chicago Blackhawks later in the day, featured a few returns for the team in terms of players that had been dealing with injury, and potential progress updates.
Stumbling Kraken can’t capitalize on opportunities against Maple Leafs as losing streak pushes to four
An injured and reeling Seattle Kraken suffered their fourth straight loss, ultimately failing to take advantage of the opportunities that a Toronto Maple Leafs team playing in the second game of a back-to-back gave them. Jordan Eberle scored the lone goal, Joey Daccord was strong in net, but Seattle's play wasn't sharp enough to edge one of the NHL's best teams.
Seattle Reign FC to split preseason between California and Costa Rica
Ahead of the 2024 NWSL regular season, Seattle Reign FC have announced that they'll be heading to warmer parts of the planet for at least the majority of their preseason.
Nominee list announced for 89th Annual Sports Star of the Year Awards
The Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards are back! The 89th annual ceremony is coming up soon, and this years nominees for the main three categories have been released! Learn about the nominees and how you can vote!
Seahawks Legend K.J. Wright to Host as Megan Rapinoe Receives Humanitarian Award for 89th Annual Sports Star of the Year Awards Show
Today, the Seattle Sports Commission announced Seahawks Legend K.J. Wright as host of the 89th annual awards show, and global superstar Megan Rapinoe as the recipient of the Paul G. Allen Humanitarian Award presented by Microsoft.
Collaboration within Converge: CSS stops by “Back2Besa” and “The Day with Trae” to discuss Seattle’s sports as 2024 begins
As 2024 begins, a busy year lies ahead for Seattle's eight professional sports teams. Keeping track of those teams and more is Charles Hamaker, host of Circling Seattle Sports, who recently has stopped by Back2Besa and The Day with Trae to talk about the Winter Classic and the CSS team.
The Mayor overcomes the Senators: Kraken keep win streak rolling with strong showing over Ottawa
The Seattle Kraken were able to keep the positive momentum moving forward following their big win in the 2024 Winter Classic with a 4-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators, as Seattle scored the first three goals of the night while Joey Daccord was rock solid in net once again, pushing the point streak to ten games and the winning streak to six games.
Pitching a shutout, with run support: Joey Daccord perfect in net as Kraken blank Golden Knights in 2024 Winter Classic
In the 2024 Winter Classic, the hosting Seattle Kraken defeated the Las Vegas Golden Knights in a 3-0 shutout, as Eeli Tolvanen, Will Borgen, and Yanni Gourde all scored in a day that celebrated the city of Seattle as a true hockey town.