Seattle Kraken snatch star center in free agency from Vegas Golden Knights

The rivalry between the Seattle Kraken and Vegas Golden Knights, the NHL's two newest teams, is heating up with the Kraken adding fuel to the fire.

The Seattle Kraken have just announced the signing of Chandler Stephenson to a seven-year contract, officially marking the end of his tenure in Vegas.

Stephenson recorded 51 points last year with the Golden Knights as their second-line center. He boasts two Stanley Cup victories, one against the Golden Knights in 2018 and another with them in 2023. In Seattle, he is set to join Matty Beniers, Jared McCann, and Jordan Eberle, likely slotting in as their second-line center.

This development could pose challenges for top prospect Shane Wright, who may find himself behind Stephenson on the second line. The implications for Wright remain uncertain, potentially making him a trade candidate.

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