Seattle Kraken officially announce second ever captain in franchise history after Mark Giordano's departure
Jordan Eberle has been unveiled as the second ever captain of the Seattle Kraken.
There was a buzz in the stands Tuesday before the game that something might be going on because Eberle was the last player to be introduced to the fans. Fans had already seen the introduction of all four alternates, Adam Larsson, Jaden Schwartz, Yanni Gourde, and newcomer Matty Beniers, before it was Eberle's turn. At that point, the Kraken were the only NHL team without a captain.
Unsurprisingly, the audience erupted in cheers.
Just one day prior to learning that he would be the second captain in Kraken history, Jordan Eberle, 34, was supporting his team both on and off the ice.
Eberle had committed to co-hosting an exclusive online Q&A session with Kraken season ticket holders for a portion of his Saturday morning, together with general manager Ron Francis. In the dressing room, on the bench, and when playing with teammates who wear the same uniform, Eberle has learned to value these kinds of interactions with the fans who have supported his team throughout his NHL career, which is about to enter its 15th season.
Before Monday's practice, Bylsma convened the players in their exclusive lounge at the Kraken Community Iceplex to announce Eberle's promotion to captain.
«Everybody is a leader in that regard,» Bylsma added. «In addition to the effect that you have and the influence you have on any situation, leadership is all about the team. It's all about having the team mindset, conceptand the other individuals that you have on the team. That's what a true leader is. And today, I think Jordan Eberle exemplifies that greatly for our team, for you guys, last year and going forward this year.»
Today will mark another historic day for Seattle, as assistant coach Jessica Campbell will be the first ever woman to stand behind an NHL bench.
Though his 151 points and 58 goals combined rank second all-time among franchise leaders, it was his poise and off-ice behavior that cemented his place as a captain.
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OCTOBRE 8 | 132 ANSWERS Seattle Kraken officially announce second ever captain in franchise history after Mark Giordano's departure Is Jordan Eberle a solid choice as Seattle's captain? | ||
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