Overview
- Wright’s agent confirmed Monday that he has had positive talks with GM Jason Botterill and that the Kraken agreed to move Wright this summer.
- Multiple reports say Wright prefers the Vancouver Canucks but Vancouver paused talks after Seattle sought top prospects such as Tom Willander or Zeev Buium.
- Wright’s production slipped to 12 goals and 27 points in 74 games last season after a 44-point rookie year, and he has one year left on his entry-level deal with an $886,666 cap hit.
- Other clubs linked to Wright include the Boston Bruins, Montreal Canadiens and Philadelphia Flyers, and discussions remain active with no trade completed.
- Because Wright is inexpensive short-term and will be a restricted free agent in 2027, teams weighing a deal must balance low immediate cost against Seattle’s demand for high-end, cost-controlled assets.