Seattle Kraken fans, big news! Ryker Evans has signed a 2-year contract extension worth $2.05M AAV, keeping him on the roster through the 2026-27 NHL season. Evans, the 23-year-old defenseman, tallied 25 points (5 goals, 20 assists) in his first full season and made his debut in December 2023 after being a 2nd-round draft pick in 2021. Kraken GM Jason Botterill praised Evans’s steady improvement and expects big things next season. Plus, Evans represented Team Canada at the world hockey championship, adding international experience to his resume.
Tune in for an analysis of what this deal means for Seattle’s blue line, how Evans is shaping up as a key defender, plus insights on his development and the Kraken’s future.
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