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Kraken Set Opening Night Roster Amid Injuries

10/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Seattle Kraken finalized their Opening Night roster, including Berkly Catton and Jani Nyman.
Catton, No. 8 overall in 2024, impressed in the preseason and can play nine games.
Kakko and Evans are on injured reserve, affecting roster dynamics.
John Hayden cleared waivers and will join the Coachella Valley Firebirds as Seattle opens against Anaheim Ducks at Climate Pledge Arena.

History

Historical Context

The NHL granted an expansion franchise to the Vegas Golden Knights in June 2016, marking the first major sports team in Las Vegas. During the 2017 expansion draft, they selected 30 players, including Marc-Andre Fleury, and achieved unprecedented success by reaching the Stanley Cup Final in their inaugural season, ultimately losing to the Washington Capitals. This expansion set a precedent for future teams like the Seattle Kraken.

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Story summary

The Seattle Kraken finalized their Opening Night roster, including Berkly Catton and Jani Nyman.
Catton, No. 8 overall in 2024, impressed in the preseason and can play nine games.
Kakko and Evans are on injured reserve, affecting roster dynamics.
John Hayden cleared waivers and will join the Coachella Valley Firebirds as Seattle opens against Anaheim Ducks at Climate Pledge Arena.

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