Stephens was reassigned to AHL Coachella Valley on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Stephens is currently mired in an eight-game pointless streak during which he added just nine hits, five shots and one block while averaging 8:26 of ice time. With the Kraken off until Saturday's matchup with Vancouver, this could be a simple paper transaction, though it could also be an indication that Yanni Gourde (abdomen) will be ready to return soon.

Although Stephens cleared waivers, he's still on the Kraken's roster, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Stephens has a goal and three points in 25 appearances with Seattle in 2024-25. He might serve in a fourth-line capacity Saturday versus Florida.

Stephens was placed on waivers Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Stephens has one goal, two assists, 18 shots on net and 22 hits through 25 NHL appearances this season. If he clears waivers, he might report to AHL Coachella Valley during the break for the 4 Nations Face-Off or stay with the Kraken as the team's fourth-line center. Either way, he could still be in the lineup Feb. 22 against Florida.

Stephens scored a goal in Tuesday's 6-4 loss to the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

The goal was Stephens' first in 20 contests with the Kraken this season. He's added two assists, 14 shots on net, 16 hits and a minus-5 rating. He's been centering the fourth line in the absence of Yanni Gourde (lower body), but it's unclear if Stephens will stay on the NHL roster once Gourde returns. Stephens would require waivers to get back to AHL Coachella Valley, so it's possible the Kraken keep him around to challenge Tye Kartye for fourth-line minutes.

Stephens notched an assist, two shots on goal and two PIM in Monday's 6-4 win over the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

Stephens earned his first point in seven appearances since he was most recently recalled from AHL Coachella Valley. The 27-year-old has filled the fourth-line center role in the absence of Yanni Gourde (lower body). Stephens doesn't add much to be of interest in fantasy -- he has two assists, 12 shots on net, 12 hits and a minus-4 rating over 16 appearances this season.

Stephens was recalled from AHL Coachella Valley on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Seattle reassigned Cale Fleury, Ales Stezka and Ben Meyers to the minors in corresponding moves while activating Joey Daccord (upper body) from injured reserve. Stephens has posted one assist, seven shots on goal, one blocked shot and six hits in nine NHL outings this season. He will probably occupy a spot on the fourth line versus Columbus on Thursday.

Stephens was sent to AHL Coachella Valley on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Stephens has an assist in nine outings with Seattle as well as three goals and four points in 11 appearances with Coachella Valley in 2024-25. His demotion might be a result of Seattle acquiring Kaapo Kakko from the Rangers on Wednesday, and if that's the case, then Stephens might be in the minors for a significant amount of time.

Stephens produced an assist in Sunday's 7-5 win over the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

This was Stephens' first point in five games at the NHL level. He's been effective for the Kraken, adding six shots on net, two hits and an even plus-minus rating while centering the fourth line since his call-up. He's never earned more than six points or played in more than 38 games in an NHL campaign, but with Jordan Eberle (pelvis) out on a long-term basis, Stephens could stick around a while while holding a spot in the lineup over Daniel Sprong.

Stephens was recalled from AHL Coachella Valley on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Stephens has three goals and one assist in 11 minor-league outings this season. The 27-year-old forward will be an option for Saturday's game against San Jose, though he could be a healthy scratch.

Stephens was placed on waivers by the Kraken on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Stephens signed a two-year deal with Seattle this offseason in the hope of making the 23-man roster for Opening Night, but that was not to be. The 27-year-old center did play in 23 games for the Habs last year, so it's possible his former club would consider claiming the Ontario native instead of letting him pass through to AHL Coachella Valley.