Kraken Dismiss Coach Dave Hakstol After Playoff Miss, Launch Search for Replacement

The Seattle Kraken have begun the search for a new head coach following Dave Hakstol's firing due to a disappointing season.

Dave Hakstol was fired as head coach of the Seattle Kraken after the team failed to make the playoffs, concluding a season with significantly fewer wins and points.
Potential replacements include high-profile names from both the NHL and AHL, such as Dan Bylsma, Todd Nelson, and Rod Brind’Amour, among others.
The Kraken's management expressed gratitude to Hakstol for his contributions but emphasized the need for a change to foster improvement.
The search for a new coach may extend beyond the NHL playoffs, with several former NHL head coaches and current assistants being considered.
The firing marks a significant shift for the Kraken, who had previously shown patience with Hakstol, the team's only coach since its inception.