On defense, seemingly stern alternate captain Adam Larsson, 30, and forward-thinking Vince Dunn, 26, are an establishment, by the newest NHL team’s standards.

Kraken defenseman Adam Larsson celebrates his goal against the Kings with Vince Dunn, left, during the first period, Dec. 16, 2023. (Lindsey Wasson / The Associated Press) ...

This season the pairing of Adam Larsson and Vince Dunn has been a critical part of the Kraken success; ... has attempted or completed more stretch passes than Vince Dunn (5.81 per 60 minutes of play).

That’s because Swedish “iron man” Larsson, 31, found out this week that his defensive pairing partner, Vince Dunn, is perfectly capable of generating headlines on his behalf.

Seattle Kraken defenseman Adam Larsson (upper body) ... 83 blocks, and 55 hits. The Swedish blue-liner will take his usual spot on the first defensive pairing next to Vince Dunn.

Vince Dunn missed 19 games with the Kraken due to an injury, but now he's back in the rotation. ... and that's the case for Dunn and his linemate and friend Adam Larsson.

Dunn notched two assists, two shots on goal, two blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in Wednesday's 5-0 win over the Canucks. Dunn has six helpers and a plus-5 rating over his last eight outings ...

The Seattle Kraken have re-signed top defenseman Vince Dunn to a four-year, $29.4 million contract, locking up one of their core pieces coming off the best season of his career.

The Seattle Kraken and veteran defenseman Adam Larsson have reached an agreement on a four-year extension that will keep one of their top blue liners under contract through the 2028-29 season ...

Despite a blue-line shake-up, the Kraken’s familiar faves are still together and enjoying it. Kraken defensemen Vince Dunn and Adam Larsson have been playing together consistently for more than ...