Missing just under half of the 2022-23 NHL season due to a lower-body injury, forward Andre Burakovsky expects to make a full comeback next year. According to General Manager Ron Francis, Burakovsky is feeling “stronger every day” (Tweet Link). Burakovsky’s addition back to the Seattle Kraken lineup will be a tremendous benefit for the team, as he scored 39 points in 49 games, … [Read more...] about Burakovsky Close To Return
Kraken Sign Tucker Robertson To Entry-Level Deal
The Kraken have agreed to terms with one of their prospects as CapFriendly reports (Twitter link) that they have signed Tucker Robertson to a three-year, entry-level contract. The deal carries a cap hit of $870K and an AAV of $950K and breaks down as follows: 2023-24: $775K salary, $95K signing bonus, $80K GP bonus, $80K AHL salary 2024-25: $775K salary, $95K signing bonus, … [Read more...] about Kraken Sign Tucker Robertson To Entry-Level Deal
Seattle Kraken Sign Connor Carrick
The Seattle Kraken have brought back a familiar face. Defenseman Connor Carrick is returning for his second stint with the organization, signing a one-year, two-way deal with a $775K average annual value. Carrick, 29, joined the Kraken a couple of months before the team played their first game, signing a one-year pact with them in free agency in August 2021. He didn’t appear in … [Read more...] about Seattle Kraken Sign Connor Carrick
Multiple Teams Engaging In Erik Karlsson Trade Talks
An expectedly hot trade market could soon see a rather Earth-shattering trade. Newly-crowned Norris Trophy winner Erik Karlsson of the San Jose Sharks has been on the trade block for quite some time, and he’s made it known he’d like to get dealt to a contender. Now, we have some clarity on some teams EK65 could suit up for next season. The Toronto Maple Leafs, Carolina … [Read more...] about Multiple Teams Engaging In Erik Karlsson Trade Talks
Seattle Kraken Sign Kailer Yamamoto
The Seattle Kraken are returning Kailer Yamamoto to his home state. The Spokane, Washington native and former Edmonton Oiler has signed a one-year, $1.5MM deal with the NHL’s youngest franchise. As he was bought out by the Detroit Red Wings a few days ago, Yamamoto’s signing with the Kraken means Detroit effectively traded him for Daniel Sprong, another right-winger who Seattle … [Read more...] about Seattle Kraken Sign Kailer Yamamoto