Category: Kim Saarinen
The 50-contract rule and what it means for Seattle Kraken roster building
Kim SaarinenOn Sunday, the Seattle Kraken announced the signing of 2024 third-round draft pick Kim Saarinen to an entry-level contract. That deal brought the team’s total number of NHL contracts to 50. If this number rings a bell for you, it’s probably because you’ve heard mention of the “50-Contract Rule,” whi...
Read moreKraken Sign Kim Saarinen To Entry-Level Contract
SeattleThe Seattle Kraken have signed goaltender Kim Saarinen to a three-year, entry-level contract. The deal will carry an NHL annual average value of $975K. Saarinen notably becomes the first goaltender from the 2024 NHL Draft to sign his first NHL contract. He was the eighth goalie off the board when Se...
Read moreKim Saarinen – 2024 NHL Draft Profile
HPKRankings : 3rd (European Goaltenders) : 79th Kim Saarinen has steadily improved his draft stock over the past year. Kim Saarinen, Team Finland (Photo Credit: Pasi Mennander) Kim Saarinen – NHL Draft Projection His size and athleticism should not be overlooked, and with continued development, he s...
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