The Seattle Kraken make two pivotal hires for the 2025-26 NHL season, welcoming Zac Dalpe as Player Development Consultant and Adam Purner as Video Analyst.
Dalpe, who recently retired after 16 years as a pro, brings extensive leadership from his time in both the NHL and AHL, where he logged 168 NHL games and was captain for six AHL seasons. He’ll focus on helping prospects and young players transition to the NHL.
Adam Purner, fresh from winning back-to-back Calder Cup Championships as video coach with the Hershey Bears, joins the Kraken for his first NHL role. Purner is known for his innovative use of video analytics and will be key in supporting the coaching staff and player preparation.
This video breaks down Dalpe’s impressive career transition, Purner’s championship pedigree, and what these hires mean for Seattle Kraken’s development pipeline and future success.
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