Everett Silvertips Secure Veteran Goaltender Jayden Kraus
The Everett Silvertips have finalized a trade that brings experienced net‑minder Jayden Kraus from the Brandon Wheat Kings, surrendering a third‑ and a sixth‑round pick in the 2029 WHL Draft. The move is framed as a direct response to the team’s need for a more stable presence between the pipes.
Kraus arrives with a proven track record, having posted a 14‑11‑1 record for the Wheat Kings in the 2025‑26 season with a .895 save percentage and a 3.65 goals‑against average. He previously backstopped the Victoria Royals, going 25‑8‑9 in 2024‑25 and earning a .908 save percentage, and he also tested himself at the Colorado Avalanche NHL Camp before the same season.
The acquisition also plugs a third overage spot on the Silvertips’ roster, joining forward Jaxsin Vaughan and defenseman Mattias Uyeda. Both members of last season’s goaltending tandem have already committed to NCAA programs, suggesting a blend of veteran savvy and future development.
Coaches and analysts alike see the trade as a calculated step to reinforce a defense that has shown flashes of brilliance but still seeks consistency. Kraus’s reputation for composure under pressure, highlighted by a career‑high 50‑save effort against Everett in January, should provide the team with a reliable option as they push for a deeper playoff run.
Fans in Everett and across the WHL will be watching closely to see how Kraus integrates with the existing roster, especially as the club looks to build on the momentum generated by its recent performances.