Yanni Gourde let a slight grin slip right as the words left his mouth, then snuck a laugh and a peek two lockers down in the direction of Jakob Pelletier in the locker room at TGH IcePlex on Friday ...

The first official impression of center and alternate captain Yanni Gourde as a Kraken player was decidedly profound and every impression since has inspired fans, Seattle coaches and teammates alike.

Here's today's NHL Nugget – this Birthday Backcheck features Yanni Gourde, who turns 34 on Dec. 15. Ten years later, he's a two-time Stanley Cup champion. Watch the full NHL Nugget video for more on ...

DETROIT (AP) — Yanni Gourde scored a pair of unassisted goals in the second period and the Tampa Bay Lightning extended their winning streak to six games with a 6-3 victory over the Detroit Red Wings ...