Kraken GM Ron Francis Rewarded for Successful Season with Contract Extension

The Seattle Kraken have extended GM Ron Francis' contract by three years following the team's playoff run.
The exact terms of Francis' new deal were not disclosed.
Francis has been praised for building a competitive team and establishing the Kraken franchise.
In their second season, the Kraken improved by 40 points and reached the second round of the playoffs, setting a record for expansion franchises.
Francis has also made progress toward his goal of involving more women in the Kraken's hockey operations.