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Seattle Kraken Star Survives Grizzly Encounter in Alaska!

8/2/2025

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In a thrilling twist, Seattle Kraken forward John Hayden and mascot Buoy had a close call with a grizzly bear while filming in Alaska. Thankfully, they emerged unscathed! Hayden, who recently re-signed for two years, has been a vital asset to the team since 2022, earning high praise from GM Jason Botterill for his leadership and dedication.

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In a thrilling twist, Seattle Kraken forward John Hayden and mascot Buoy had a close call with a grizzly bear while filming in Alaska. Thankfully, they emerged unscathed! Hayden, who recently re-signed for two years, has been a vital asset to the team since 2022, earning high praise from GM Jason Botterill for his leadership and dedication.