The Seattle Kraken enter a crucial offseason following a disappointing 2023-24 campaign. After failing to build on their last season success, significant change seems inevitable.
Renowned Seattle Times writer Geoff Baker believes GM Ron Francis must bring in an elite forward, even if it means sacrificing a few pieces of the current core.
Seattle Kraken Eyeing Major Shakeup – Who Could Go?
Baker suggests that defensemen Vince Dunn, Will Borgen, and Adam Larsson could be attractive trade bait, as could goaltender Joey Daccord. Perhaps the most surprising name on the NHL trade rumor mill is Shane Wright. Once touted as a future superstar center, Wright has shown flashes of potential but hasn’t consistently developed. If the Kraken are unsure about his long-term ceiling as a true first-line center, now could be the time to sell high on his potential.
Other potential trade candidates include gritty forward and fan-favorite Brandon Tanev and physical defenseman Jamie Oleksiak. To secure a true difference-maker at forward, Seattle might have to be willing to part ways with high-scoring prospect Jagger Firkus and potentially even a first-round draft pick.
The Kraken are hungry for improvement and Francis has shown a willingness to take bold risks. This offseason promises to be transformative for the franchise, and the rumor mill will be buzzing in the Pacific Northwest.
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