Kraken Prospects: Expected Destinations for Next Season

Where Kraken Prospects Are Expected to Play Next Season

Having seen them in development camp, it's time to predict where the Kraken prospects will land for the upcoming season. With several high-profile prospects likely making the jump from the AHL to the NHL, and others moving up from junior hockey, expect significant shifts within Seattle's system.

Graduating to the NHL

- Ryker Evans: At 22, Evans has proven himself in the AHL and is anticipated to fill Brian Dumoulin's spot on Seattle's roster for 2024-25, following Dumoulin's trade to Anaheim.

- Shane Wright: The former fourth overall pick, after a successful stint in Coachella Valley, is set to join Seattle's lineup next season.

In the Mix for NHL Spots

- Ryan Winterton: Coming off a solid season in Coachella Valley, Winterton could be a contender for a fourth-line role or a potential opening if Brandon Tanev is traded.

- Carson Rehkopf: At 19, Rehkopf will likely return to Kitchener in the OHL but could push for a roster spot with a strong training camp.

- Logan Morrison: After a productive season with Coachella Valley, Morrison is another potential candidate for an NHL role.

Long Shots for NHL, Likely Heading to AHL

- Ville Ottavainen: Expected to start in the AHL, Ottavainen's development will benefit from regular play, though he could be a candidate for a call-up if needed.

Long Shots for NHL, Likely Headed to Junior

- Berkly Catton: As a recent first-round pick, Catton will likely return to junior hockey or get a brief NHL stint to retain his contract eligibility.

Graduating to AHL

- Jagger Firkus: After a successful junior career, Firkus is set to join Coachella Valley.

- Ty Nelson: Another member of the 2022 draft class, Nelson is expected to transition to the AHL.

- David Goyette: Goyette will make the jump to Coachella Valley following his junior success.

- Jani Nyman: Expected to transition from Finland's Liiga to the AHL.

- Niklas Kokko: The goaltender will move from Finland to Coachella Valley after a standout season with Pelicans.

- Lleyton Roed: A college free agent, Roed joins Coachella Valley after a strong season with Bemidji State.

Status Up in the Air

- Andrei Loshko: A fourth-round pick in 2023, Loshko is eligible for the AHL but is currently unsigned.

- Tyson Jugnauth: After a move to the WHL's Portland Winterhawks, Jugnauth is also unsigned and could be added to the AHL roster.

Staying or Heading Overseas

- Oscar Fisker M�lgaard: Likely to remain in Sweden's SHL with HV71 for another season before heading to North America.

- Zeb Forsfjall: Continuing his development overseas.

- Kim Saarinen: Expected to stay in Finland for the time being.

- Peetro Seppala: Moving to Orebro HK in the SHL but remains within the Kraken system.

- Visa Vedenpaa: Continuing his development abroad.

- Semyon Vyazovoy: Likely to stay overseas for further development.