Shane Wright breaks his silence on recent healthy scratches, sharing candid thoughts on his NHL development and future with the Seattle Kraken. Get the full story behind Wright's perspective and coach Hakstol's strategic decisions in this exclusive coverage. In this episode of Locked on Kraken, host Erica L. Ayala analyzes Wright's comments about his benching, development process, and what this means for the team moving forward. 

Plus, hear direct insights from head coach Dan Hakstol on the decision-making process and development strategy for young players. Discover how the Kraken are balancing player development with team success, featuring exclusive audio from practice interviews and expert analysis of Wright's situation. Plus, get key insights on upcoming Pacific Division matchups and what they mean for the Kraken's playoff push. Want more Seattle Kraken coverage? 

Follow host Erica L. Ayala, CBS Sports contributor and hockey analyst, for daily updates and expert analysis on your favorite NHL team. Catch new episodes every weekday for the latest news, interviews, and in-depth hockey discussion. 

CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 

01:18 - Shane Wright Interview 

02:02 - Injury Updates Analysis 

09:48 - Kraken Road Trip Expectations 

10:22 - Game Time Offer 

13:21 - Current Time Discussion 

18:00 - Pacific Division Standings Overview 

21:43 - Fanduel Promotions 

23:45 - Game Preview Insights 

27:50 - Dan Bylsma Press Conference 

33:00 - Outro

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