Seattle Kraken Waive Struggling Goaltender Philipp Grubauer for AHL Assignment

Grubauer, enduring the worst season of his career, is set to join the Coachella Valley Firebirds after clearing waivers.

Philipp Grubauer, with a 3.83 goals-against average and .866 save percentage, ranks last among NHL goalies with at least 15 games played this season.
The 33-year-old goaltender has struggled significantly, losing 16 of his 21 starts and allowing five or more goals in each of his last five games.
Grubauer, in the fourth year of a six-year, $35.4 million contract, is expected to clear waivers due to his high salary and poor performance.
Joey Daccord has taken over as Seattle's primary goaltender, posting a much stronger 2.45 goals-against average and .917 save percentage this season.
The Kraken, currently trailing in the playoff race, face questions about Grubauer's future with the team as they look to improve their defensive performance.