Nick Lee
- Podcast Host, Locked On Seahawks - Daily Podcast On The Seattle Seahawks
- Assistant Editor and Writer, East Village Times
- Contributor, Sports Illustrated
Washington
San Diego native/PNW resident. Seattle and BYU sports. SD Padres are my childhood team. Writer & podcaster. Golfer. Jesus is my Savior. @emeraldspectrum
Articles by Nick Lee
Five Questions As BYU Hosts Baylor in Pivotal Big 12 Bout
BYU returns home for the first time since defeating Arizona State 27-20 on Halloween. A lot has happened since then. The Cougars dropped the Holy War for the first time in seven years, losing 28-20 to the Utes. They now sit at No. 10 in the College Football Playoff rankings. They still have a legitimate shot at a Playoff berth. First things first — beating Baylor. The Cougars enter the matchup as 7.5-point favorites. The game kicks off Saturday at 1:30pm MT on FOX.
Drew Lock vs. Sam Darnold for Seahawks QB1
It's the hottest story in town. With Sam Darnold down with quad and rib injuries, Drew Lock stepped in for the Seattle Seahawks under center on Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals. For the second time this season, Lock led the team to a multiple-score win over the Cardinals to move Seattle to 5-4. To oversimplify it, Drew Lock is basically 3-0 this season (counting when he entered the game against the Patriots just one series into the contest in the season opener).
PODCAST: Quenton Nelson's Unexpected Surgery Takes Seahawks' Injuries From Bad to Worse
Podcast — 1 min read Quenton Nelson #53 of the Seattle Seahawks lines up against the Chicago Bears during the second quarter of the game at Lumen Field on November 02, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. Credit: Steph Chambers/Getty Images Already down multiple standout players due to injuries, the Seattle Seahawks took another big hit heading into an NFC rematch with the Arizona Cardinals as Quenton Nelson had unexpected knee surgery.
Depth Over Star Power: The Kraken's Early Season Secret Sauce
Analysis — 3 min read Head coach Lane Lambert of the Seattle Kraken gathers his team against the Detroit Red Wings during the third period at Climate Pledge Arena on October 20, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. Credit: Steph Chambers/Getty Images It's easy to point out why teams like the Edmonton Oilers or Colorado Avalanche are near the top of the standings consistently.
2026 marks highest stakes holy war ever
BYU and Utah are set to play the 98th edition of the famous “Holy War” on the gridiron. If you're reading this, I don't need to tell you that this is one of the most intense (toxic?) rivalries in all of sports. BYU has won three in a row and Utah has not won a matchup since 2019. Things feel different this season. Maybe it's the recent expansion to a 12-team playoff. Maybe it's conference realignment finally settling (for now).
Analysis: Four Concerning Numbers for Struggling Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks played their worst game of the 2026 season on Monday night against the Chicago Bears. Critical mistakes and turnovers led to a 34-17 drubbing at the hands of Ben Johnson's squad. Seattle now sits at 4-4. The Seahawks are at something of a crossroads halfway through the season. They already have more losses this season than they had all last year on their way to a Super Bowl title. The offense is a mess. The defense, for all the talent they possess, has a few dents in the armor.
Trade! Kraken Send Shane Wright to Nashville for Matthew Wood
After months of rumors and speculation, the Seattle Kraken finally pulled the trigger on a trade to jettison Shane Wright out of town. Right as the calendar flipped to November, the Kraken agreed to send the center Wright to the Nashville Predators for winger Matthew Wood in an early-season shakeup for Lane Lambert's squad. During the summer, news broke that Wright's agent indicated that Seattle and his client had agreed to give Wright a change of scenery in a trade.
Wild Ambush Kraken, Offense Sputters in 5-1 Loss to Minnesota
The game wasn't even 30 seconds old and the Seattle Kraken were already trailing in front of the home crowd at Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday night. At the 26-second mark of the first period, Seattle had a breakdown in transition that left goalie Joey Daccord with a one-on-one against All-Star Kirill Kaprizov. That battle went to Minnesota's Russian winger as the Wild took an early 1-0 lead. Seattle bounced back later in the first.
By the Numbers: Seahawks Welcome Familiar Face and Skyrocketing Chiefs to Seattle
Yes. Ken Walker III is making his return to Seattle in a Kansas City Chiefs uniform. Walker is currently one of the favorites to win Offensive Player of the Year, which has created some angst amongst Seahawks fans wondering why he wasn't retained after winning Super Bowl LX MVP honors. That’s only part of the story between the Chiefs and Seahawks, however. There are 22 players on the field at one time. There are plenty of ways both teams can come out of Sunday Night Football in Seattle with a win.
PODCAST: Kraken Snatch Two Wins After Blowing Late Leads, Off to Best Start in Team History
Podcast — 1 min read Mackie Samoskevich #11 of the Seattle Kraken warms up before a game against the Utah Mammoth at Climate Pledge Arena on October 22, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. Credit: Christopher Mast/NHLI via Getty Images While the Seattle Kraken haven't been winning with ease and have suffered from third period letdowns in multiple games this year, they continue to find ways to pull out victories, including doing so against the Utah Mammoth on Thursday night.
It’s Clear What Kraken Need to Do at Goalie Moving Forward
The Seattle Kraken have had essentially the same two goalies for most of their five-plus year existence as a franchise. Seattle’s first big free agent signing before their inaugural season kicked off in 2021 was signing goaltender Philipp Grubauer to a six-year, $35.4 million contract. Joey Daccord came to Seattle via the expansion draft from Ottawa. Grubauer has logged 194 games and Daccord 169 games in their Seattle careers.
PODCAST: Kraken Hold Strong Tricky Road Trip Despite Tough Ending
Podcast — 1 min read Shane Wright #51 of the Seattle Kraken celebrates his goal with teammates during the first period against the Florida Panthers at the Amerant Bank Arena on October 17, 2026 in Sunrise, Florida. Credit: Eliot J. Schechter/NHLI via Getty Images Though the road trip ended with a blowout defeat, the Seattle Kraken enjoyed a successful run away from Climate Pledge Arena as they sit in third place in the Pacific Division.
Hurricane Trudy menaces Mexico’s Pacific coast and Greece hit by deadly floods
Fishing boats on the sand after being pulled from the sea in preparation for the passage of Hurricane Trudy in Acapulco, Mexico. Photograph: Javier Verdin/Reuters In contrast to the quiet Atlantic hurricane season, there has been ongoing activity in the Pacific, with Trudy being the 22nd and latest named system. The category 2 hurricane remained roughly 100 miles (160km) south-west of the coast of Mexico, meaning the worst of the conditions stayed offshore.
Hurricane Trudy menaces Mexico’s Pacific coast and Greece hit by deadly floods
Updated Tue, October 20, 2026 at 3:21 AM UTC Fishing boats on the sand after being pulled from the sea in preparation for the passage of Hurricane Trudy in Acapulco, Mexico.Photograph: Javier Verdin/Reuters Trudy weakens to tropical storm after warnings of strong winds and heavy rain, while one person killed in Greece In contrast to the quiet Atlantic hurricane season, there has been ongoing activity in the Pacific, with Trudy being the 22nd and latest named system.
By the Numbers: Seahawks Rekindle Old AFC West Rivalry With Broncos
The Seattle Seahawks head into their Thursday Night Football road matchup against the Denver Broncos relying heavily on their top-tier defense to set the tone, eager to put Sunday’s loss to the 49ers behind them with a solid performance in Denver. What numbers and statistics factor into the showdown between two long-time AFC West rivals in the Mile High City? 31.5 That is the average yard line opponents are starting their drives against the Seahawks, which ranks 21st in the NFL.
PODCAST: Kraken Blow Two-Goal Lead, Steal OT Win in Shootout in Philly
Podcast — 1 min read Bobby McMann #74 of the Seattle Kraken handles the puck to shoot and score the game winning goal in a shootout against the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 13, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Four Offensive Standouts From Mariners’ Minor Leaguers
With the Seattle Mariners 2026 season over, it's time to check out the state of the farm system. It’s the lifeblood of any baseball franchise. Seattle had some exciting developments down on the farm, especially on the pitching side with Kade Anderson and Ryan Sloan. Mariners prospects were hitting the ball well too in all levels.
PODCAST: Kraken Explode, Start Road Trip Red Hot With Two Victories
Podcast PODCAST: Kraken Explode, Start Road Trip Red Hot With Two Victories It's still very early in the 2026-27 season, but the Kraken continue to exceed expectations as a sudden offensive juggernaut, including scoring 12 goals in the first two games of their current road trip.
Kraken Have Opportunity to Make Statement on First Big Road Trip
The Seattle Kraken have barely had time to get their sea legs, and already they're being asked to navigate some choppy waters. After opening the 2026-27 season with a mix of encouraging wins and stumbles against Vegas and Edmonton, there is a lot we still don’t know about this Kraken squad. Seattle is heading out on a five-game road trip that will test its depth, resilience, and ability to compete when the comforts of Climate Pledge Arena are nowhere to be found.
Kraken Have Opportunity to Make Statement on First Big Road Trip
The Seattle Kraken have barely had time to get their sea legs, and already they're being asked to navigate some choppy waters. After opening the 2026-27 season with a mix of encouraging wins and stumbles against Vegas and Edmonton, there is a lot we still don’t know about this Kraken squad. Seattle is heading out on a five-game road trip that will test its depth, resilience, and ability to compete when the comforts of Climate Pledge Arena are nowhere to be found.
Three Unsung Heroes Emerge in Seahawks’ Solid 3-1 Start
The Seattle Seahawks are off to a 3-1 start in their defense of their Super Bowl title. With it being a 17-game regular season, there is no round number for the quarter mark for games but most teams take stock after four contests. The Seahawks have, at times, looked every bit the Super Bowl contender they are. At times, they also have look more disjointed and undisciplined than we are accustomed to seeing.
Three Unsung Heroes Emerge in Seahawks’ Solid 3-1 Start
The Seahawks are off to a 3-1 start in their defense of their Super Bowl title. With it being a 17-game regular season, there is no round number for the quarter mark for games but most teams take stock after four contests. The Seahawks have, at times, looked every bit the Super Bowl contender they are. At times, they also have look more disjointed and undisciplined than we are accustomed to seeing.
Aquablation as salvage therapy for benign prostatic hyperplasia: an international multicentre study
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Kraken Off to Most ‘Prolific’ Start in Franchise's Short History
The NHL is playing an 84-game schedule this year for the first time. It’s going to feel more like a marathon than ever before. Yet, for a three-game stretch, things feel different for the Seattle Kraken. That’s a dangerous feeling, of course. Those good vibes could float away and disappear like an ember from a campfire caught in an updraft. But for now, this is all we have to go on. There were, and still are, legitimate concerns about the 2026-27 Kraken.
Kraken Off to Most ‘Prolific’ Start in Franchise's Short History
The NHL is playing an 84-game schedule this year for the first time. It’s going to feel more like a marathon than ever before. Yet, for a three-game stretch, things feel different for the Seattle Kraken. That’s a dangerous feeling, of course. Those good vibes could float away and disappear like an ember from a campfire caught in an updraft. But for now, this is all we have to go on. There were, and still are, legitimate concerns about the 2026-27 Kraken.
Analysis: Three Moves Mariners Need to Make Before Impending Lockout
The current Collective Bargaining Agreement in Major League Baseball ends on December 1, 2026. Most assume there will be a lockout of some kind as the owners and players fight for things they want, including the league desiring the implementation of a salary cap. The situation might even get to the point where the 2027 regular season is shortened or altered in some way. Things might get messy. What can’t happen during that undetermined amount of time? Trades and signings.
Analysis: Three Things That Must Happen for Kraken to Make Playoffs in 2026-27
The Seattle Kraken have missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in each of the last three seasons and four of their five seasons as a franchise. If they want to end that drought in 2026-27, they cannot simply hope that things break their way. They need tangible improvements in the areas that have held them back year after year.
Kraken the Ice: New-Look Lineup, Bold Predictions for Seattle Entering 2026-27 Season
Following another season without a playoff berth, expectations remain tempered at best in the Pacific Northwest for the Kraken with coach Lane Lambert at the helm for his second year.
The Pie Chart of Blame: Five Reasons Why Seahawks Were Upset by Commanders
The Seahawks rolled into Landover, Maryland as an 8.5-point favorite. They left with their feathery tail between their legs in an upset defeat at the hands of the understaffed Commanders, 33-31. So, what happened? When a football team loses a game, there is never just one singular moment that leads to the loss. It’s usually a factor of several things that piled up along the way. Let’s try to sort out five reasons.
Analysis: Takeaways One Week Into Kraken Training Camp
Only a week after camp opened, the Seattle Kraken are already closing in on the end of their brief preseason slate. They completed two games last weekend, winning both of the matchups against the Canucks and Flames, before defeating Calgary again 4-3 on Thursday night at Climate Pledge Arena. What have we learned about Lane Lambert’s squad in year two so far? Who has made the biggest impression?
'Rare Stuff': Undrafted Drake Thomas Making Magic for Seahawks Defense
Every Batman needs his Robin. Every Han Solo, his Chewbacca. Those sidekick references might be insulting to what Drake Thomas is to the Seattle Seahawks defense alongside Ernest Jones, however. Not bad for a guy who came into the NFL with zero fanfare as an undrafted free agent out of NC State in 2023.
PODCAST: Kraken Kick Off Training Camp, Aims to Make Strides in Lane Lambert’s Second Season
A new season has officially arrived for the Seattle Kraken, and though expectations outside the organization remain relatively low after missing the postseason a year ago, the team hopes to turn the corner in Lane Lambert's second season.
No Oasis for Seahawks: Cardinals Ready to Make It a Fight in Desert
No Oasis for Seahawks: Cardinals Ready to Make It a Fight in Desert Every fan does it. When their team’s schedule is released, they immediately pour over it, looking for the assumed “easy” wins. Most rational fans would have pointed to the Seattle Seahawks, who are the defending Super Bowl champions, winning their Week 2 matchup in the desert with the lowly Arizona Cardinals.
Kraken Set Their Leadership Group, Tab Jordan Eberle as Captain With Four Alternates
It’s just about hockey season. And that means announcing captains and alternates. The Seattle Kraken are heading into the 2026-27 season with a familiar face leading the way and two defensemen officially taking on larger leadership roles with a few returning faces. The Kraken announced Wednesday that Jordan Eberle will serve as team captain for a third consecutive season, while defensemen Vince Dunn and Brandon Montour have been named alternate captains.
Mariners Can’t Afford to Let Randy Arozarena Walk
The 2026 Mariners are one of - if not the - most disappointing teams in franchise history. With the 2025 version being just a few innings away from its first World Series berth, expectations were rightfully sky-high this year. And yet the team has completely face planted. But there are a few positives to glean from 2026. The main story of this gut-punch year has been the massively disappointing offense in Seattle.
Seahawks Need Supporting Cast of Pass Catchers to Pop
Everyone knows about No. 11 on the Seahawks. That being the reigning Offensive Player of the Year Jaxon Smith-Njigba, the one man the opponents can't let beat them, but still manages to do so most of the time anyway. Smith-Njigba was once again the Seahawks’ biggest weapon in Week 1, and at this point, there’s nothing surprising about that.
Arizona Expert Previews Upcoming Game with BYU Original
BYU and Arizona are set to do battle for the 28th time overall and third time as Big 12 Conference rivals. Arizona has not beaten BYU since 2008. Will the Cougars continue their win streak or will Arizona snap the skid? SB Nation’s Arizona site, Arizona Desert Swarm (ADS), was kind enough to answer a few questions ahead of Saturday’s contest. Thanks to Brian Pedersen for the analysis. What is something you gleaned from beating down on FCS foe NAU? It’s sometimes hard to tell what’s real.
Super Bowl LX Redux: What’s Changed for Seahawks and Patriots?
The Seahawks and Patriots are set for the Super Bowl LX rematch in Seattle on Wednesday night. The Super Bowl championship banner will be raised at Lumen Field and then the two defending conference champions will do battle to kick off the 2026 regular season. The Seahawks punished the Patriots to the tune of a 29-13 victory that certainly could’ve been more lopsided. A lot can change in an NFL offseason.
Hindsight is 20/26: Re-Grading the Mariners’ Offseason Moves
The MLB regular season is heading into a sprint to the finish. There are roughly four weeks left until the playoff picture is set. The Seattle Mariners still have a chance to be in the dance, though those hopes are fading with each loss, including a series-opening defeat at the hands of the lowly Athletics on Thursday. The Mariners certainly made moves over the offseason to try and capitalize on their trip to the ALCS last year.
WATCH: Mariners’ Playoff Hopes Hanging By a Prayer, Is September Schedule Cooperating?
Still eight games under .500, Randy Arozarena and the Seattle Mariners somehow have plenty of life left in the dreadful AL West with one month to play after taking two out of three from the Red Sox in Boston. Emerald City Spectrum writer Nick Lee breaks down the Mariners' remaining schedule for the rest of the 2026 regular season. Could a soft underbelly to wrap up the schedule be Seattle's saving grace? Or is it too little, too late?
Seahawks Star Leonard Williams Somehow Still NFL’s Most Disrespected Player
The nature of being a “12” is that of feeling consistently overlooked and underappreciated. Seattle isn’t the same media market darling like L.A., the Bay Area, or New York. The Seahawks don’t have the glitz and glamour of the Cowboys or the ironclad history of the Steelers. What the Seahawks do have, however, is a franchise that has won two Super Bowls inside of 15 years and one of the loudest, most passionate fanbases in all of sports.
Five takeaways from BYU's first depth chart
BYU kicks off against Utah Tech this Saturday at LaVell Edwards Stadium. That means it's officially game week for the first time in 2026. As such, the Cougars released their depth chart ahead of their matchup with the Trailblazers. Let's break it down. A new blindside protector for Bear Bachmeier This development is not something new. Some might have thought after Isaiah Jatta left to test NFL waters that Andrew Gentry would swing over to the left tackle spot. The coaches went a different direction.
Analysis: Ranking Kraken’s Top Five Prospects Heading Into 2026-2027 Season
The Seattle Kraken are set to begin their preseason schedule in roughly three weeks. The franchise has undergone something of a facelift this offseason, starting with Ron Francis stepping down as president, giving Jason Botterill a larger role than just general manager. With that change at the top of command, the Kraken made a few trades and signings that will make the NHL roster look a little different to begin this season than it did 12 months ago.
Cal Raleigh to the Rescue? Mariners Not Dead Yet as September Approaches
This certainly has not been the season the Seattle Mariners, nor their fans, had envisioned. As August draws to a close, the Mariners are six games below .500, eight games worse where they were this time last season. Several fingers can be pointed in several directions to find blame for this sluggish season that has failed to live up to expectations. Certainly, a finger can be pointed squarely at last year’s AL MVP runner-up Cal Raleigh.
No Ego, All Legacy: Jody Allen Bids Farewell to the Seahawks
We see it all the time in sports, especially in the NFL. Owners are, usually by nature, egocentric billionaires who want the credit, glory, and control. Jerry Jones in Dallas is the posterchild for the meddling, egomaniac owner. It hasn’t won him a Super Bowl in three decades. Jimmy Haslam in Cleveland certainly has a track record of similar behavior. Meddling owners consistently get in the way of their “football people” and make decisions they frankly, are unqualified to make.
Mariners’ Half-Measure Deadline Additions Floundering
Mariners’ Half-Measure Deadline Additions Floundering The Seattle Mariners certainly didn’t have the sexiest trade deadline. No big fish like Mason Miller came to town. They didn’t make a serious run at Tarik Skubal. Most of the bats that moved at the deadline have not panned out for their new teams. They made two very mild additions while shedding payroll. For the Mariners, their only offensive acquisition was Taylor Ward, from Baltimore. To be fair, on paper, this made all the sense in the world.
Bigger Roles, Bigger Stat Lines: 2 Kraken Set to Break Out This Season
The NHL preseason is still a month away. Seattle Kraken news is slow as we enter the dog days of summer and the NHL offseason, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel with hockey not being that far away from returning, as camp opens in September. Let’s take a look at the Kraken roster as it stands today and discuss two breakout candidates. When naming a “breakout” candidate, this does not necessarily mean they are going to compete for the Hart Trophy.
Report: Seahawks to Sign Former All-Pro CB Trevon Diggs
It appears the Seattle Seahawks are not yet satisfied with their depth at the cornerback position. Even with the news of them intending to sign Terrion Arnold, a former first round pick recently cut by the Lions due to ongoing legal issues, Seattle decided to pull the trigger adding another noteworthy veteran name to their secondary.
Analysis: Two Non-Shane Wright Trades for Kraken to Explore
All offseason, Seattle Kraken fans have heard about a possible trade that would ship young center Shane Wright out of town. Reports came out earlier in the offseason that the Kraken and Wright were on the same page in moving forward with trading the former No. 4 overall pick. However, rumors have stalled. As of now, Wright still remains on the roster. A trade does not feel like a guarantee. Even still, Jason Botterill and company can upgrade the roster elsewhere.
Kraken the Ice: Busting Out the Trade Machine Seeking Mid-August Upgrades
It's a slow time of the year on the NHL calendar, but it's not out of the question to see trades in the heat of August as teams continue to tweak their rosters for the rapidly approaching new season. Emerald City Spectrum writer Nick Lee breaks out the trade machine exploring three different deals the Kraken could do to improve their team and/or add draft capital for the future in a jam-packed Kraken the Ice, including the latest idea to move former top-five pick Shane Wright to a hated rival.
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