The Seattle Kraken have agreed to a 2-year contract extension with defenseman Ryker Evans. The deal carries a $2.05 million average annual value and runs through the 2026-27 season. Evans, 23, recorded 25 points in 73 games during his first full season with the Kraken. He made his NHL debut on December 7, 2023, and has shown improvement year over year. The Kraken are confident he’ll take his game to another level next season.
Evans has 34 points in 109 NHL games and made his international debut with Team Canada at this year’s world hockey championship, where he recorded two assists in eight games. The 6-foot, 195-pound defenseman is a key player for the Kraken and this extension is a positive step forward for the team.
This video discusses the contract extension and what it means for the Kraken and Evans. We’ll break down the details of the deal and analyze how it will impact the team’s performance in the upcoming season. If you’re a fan of the Kraken or just a hockey enthusiast, be sure to watch until the end for all the latest news and updates.
