While the Seattle Kraken welcomed two of their top veterans back to action, they had another one absent from Tuesday’s practice as they continue to deal with injuries during training camp leading up to the start of a new season.

Only a month away from the start of training camp, the Kraken not only return several quality defensemen, but they further bolstered that group during free agency. Will the unit be able to mesh in Lane Lambert’s system?

Securing one of their top young defenders for continued development under Lane Lambert’s new coaching staff, the Kraken handed Ryker Evans a new deal with hopes he will keep lifting his game in 2025-26 and beyond.