Sean Maloughney: Kraken Draft Day 1 Thread

Prediction-

SEA-->#51, Tyler Madden
LAK-->#35

The Ek Nylander rumour was an interesting one and Seattle had the picks to make it happen.

Francis likely could surprise here. Going to be very interesting but looking forward to the cupboards being stocked even more.

Also tecent Kraken News, Jessica Campbell named a coach, first female one in the AHL, to Coachella. Kraken also added goalie coach Steve Briere formerly with Toronto.

The Ek Nylander rumour was an interesting one and Seattle had the picks to make it happen.

Francis likely could surprise here. Going to be very interesting but looking forward to the cupboards being stocked even more.

Also tecent Kraken News, Jessica Campbell named a coach, first female one in the AHL, to Coachella. Kraken also added goalie coach Steve Briere formerly with Toronto.
- Roadrunner75

I like the Briere move. Hoping it means Mrazek heads to Seattle!
In more of a serious tone, I think it means they believe he can help Grubauer out.

I don't know where Seattle picks in the first round here but Debrincat could have been a Kraken easily.

On the other hand, I like the idea of simply building through the draft and keeping the picks and then having money to spend in FA.

Absolutely stoked with Wright falling down and getting him. Our middle of the ice just got amazing here. Huge pick. Just fantastic.

Absolutely stoked with Wright falling down and getting him. Our middle of the ice just got amazing here. Huge pick. Just fantastic.
- Roadrunner75

That was a great pick up! That could really jump them in the build!

With all these trades happening I think free agency is where Seattle is going to be a big player. They have a LOT of RFA's needing deals too.

With all these trades happening I think free agency is where Seattle is going to be a big player. They have a LOT of RFA's needing deals too.
- Aaron_85

I think there still might be a trade tomorrow. 4 2nd rounders? I can see it.

Beniers, Wright, Winterton etc is pretty damn good. Francis nailed the 1st rounder. Hopefully can see more solid pick ups and development.

UFA I expect some activity. A goalie at least given Dreidg is out for months still.

I think there still might be a trade tomorrow. 4 2nd rounders? I can see it.

Beniers, Wright, Winterton etc is pretty damn good. Francis nailed the 1st rounder. Hopefully can see more solid pick ups and development.

UFA I expect some activity. A goalie at least given Dreidg is out for months still.
- Roadrunner75

Yeah there will be some action in free agency. I am unsure who or what they need. They definitely need some insulation for all the young guys.