How have the Kraken responded to Robertson, Panarin misses? Catching up with Jason Botterill

Seattle Kraken general manager Jason Botterill addressed the team's strong 7-4-1 start and its response to missing out on star wingers Artemi Panarin and Jason Robertson. Despite Robertson rejecting an eight-year, $125 million contract offer and Panarin declining an extension, Botterill pushed back on claims that Seattle is an unattractive destination. Instead, the Kraken have relied on depth scoring, with 16 different goal scorers contributing across four attacking lines under coach Lane Lambert.

Botterill highlighted key contributions from young forward Berkly Catton and team scoring leader Kaapo Kakko, who leads with 10 points in 12 games. Moving forward, the Kraken are prioritizing internal player development alongside consulting firm Sportsology Group, while aiming to sign pending unrestricted free-agent defenseman Vince Dunn to a contract extension.