The Seattle Kraken organization has officially secured one of their promising young prospects on the blue line.
The team announced on Sunday that they have signed defenceman Kaden Hammell to a three-year, entry-level contract. The contract carries an average annual value (AAV) of $908,333.
Kraken General Manager Jason Botterill commented on the signing, stating, “Kaden demonstrated significant positive progress in his development over the past year. He served as a leader for the Everett Silvertips and elevated his performance during the playoffs. We are pleased to have him under contract for the next three seasons.”
The 20-year-old rearguard recently completed a successful season with the WHL`s Everett Silvertips. He recorded 38 points, including 10 goals and 28 assists, in 59 regular-season games. Hammell was also productive in the postseason, tallying 13 points (four goals, nine assists) in 13 playoff contests.
A native of Langley, British Columbia, Hammell was selected by Seattle in the fifth round, 148th overall, during the 2023 NHL Entry Draft.
Signing Details
- Player: Kaden Hammell
- Signed by: Seattle Kraken
- Length: 3 years
- Contract Type: Entry-Level Deal
- Salary Cap Hit: $908,333
- Total Value: $2.725 million
Tristan Blackwood