SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Kraken made two important moves Sunday, acquiring Mackie Samoskevich in a trade with Florida and re-signing fellow forward Bobby McMann to a long-term contract.
The Kraken got Samoskevich for the No. 25 pick this year and a second-rounder next year, which the Panthers then flipped to Ottawa for Brady Tkachuk hours later.
Samoskevich is a 23-year-old with 64 points in 160 NHL regular-season and playoff games who gives the Kraken a much-need infusion talent after they missed the playoffs for the fourth time in their five years of existence.
“Mackie is a talented young player who we are excited to bring into the fold,” Seattle general manager Jason Botterill said. “He has speed, skill and scoring ability. A Stanley Cup champion with the Panthers in 2025, Mackie’s a player who can contribute offensively and add a spark to our lineup.”
Samoskevich is a restricted free agent who needs a new contract. McMann got one before getting to unrestricted free agency, a six-year deal worth $34.5 million.
McMann, 30, will count $5.75 million against the salary cap through the 2031-32 season. Seattle acquired him from Toronto at the trade deadline in March.
“Re-signing Bobby was a priority this summer,” Botterill said. “He made an immediate impact in our lineup with his size, speed and goal scoring. There’s a lot to love about his game. We’re thrilled he wants to call Seattle home for years to come.”
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