The Seattle Kraken announced on Tuesday that they have secured winger Bobby McMann with a six‑year, $34.5 million contract, a move that underscores the club’s commitment to retaining a player who sparked a late‑season surge.
Acquired from Toronto just weeks earlier, McMann erupted for 10 goals and 14 points in 18 games, instantly becoming one of the team’s most reliable offensive options.
A timely acquisition
On the same day, the Kraken added 23‑year‑old Mackie Samoskevich from the Florida Panthers, a prospect the organization hopes will complement the newly‑formed core.
General manager Jason Botterill praised the forward’s blend of size, speed and goal‑scoring instinct, saying the deal “rewards a player who has already proven he can thrive in our system.”
Looking ahead
The transactions come as Seattle looks to rebound from a disappointing stretch after a mid‑season trade that left the roster thin, and they signal a strategic push to build a deeper forward group for the upcoming campaign.
With the contracts in place, the Kraken’s management believes the team is positioning itself to compete more consistently in the Pacific Division and to lay the groundwork for sustained success beyond the current season.