Overview

• The deal resolves Seattle’s lone restricted free agent and carries a $2.05 million annual cap hit through 2026-27.
• He progressed from a 2021 second-round pick to full-time NHLer after strong stints with the Regina Pats and Coachella Valley Firebirds, including AHL All-Rookie recognition.
• Evans logged 73 games last season with five goals, 25 points and an average of 19:29 ice time per contest in a top-four role.
• Underlying metrics such as a 54.2 percent Corsi-for rate and 91.3 percent on-ice save percentage at even strength underscore his defensive reliability.
• The bridge contract provides the Kraken with near-term cap flexibility and cements Evans ahead of veteran options despite offseason additions.