Seattle Kraken Re-Sign Matty Beniers

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After a long-awaited month and a half of free agency and a very busy hockey day, the Seattle Kraken announced on Tuesday afternoon that they re-signed Matty Beniers.

Matty is a 21-year-old center with a left-hand shot. He was drafted second overall in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft. He attended the University of Michigan, where he played 61 games over two seasons. He totaled 67 points (30 goals, 37 assists.) He has also played for the USA U17, USA U18, USA U20, and USA teams in the World Junior Classic, World Classic, and Olympic Games.

Matty won the Calder Memorial Trophy in 2023 as the NHL’s top rookie and earned the 2022-23 All-Rookie Honors after leading all rookies with 24 goals, 57 points, and 46 even-strength points. He is one of two skaters from the 2021 draft class that have reached the 100-point mark with a recorded 103 points (42 goals, 61 assists.) He is also the first draft pick in Kraken history to sign an extension.

Seattle Kraken center Matty Beniers (10) is congratulated after scoring a goal during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Florida Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Sunrise, Fla. Lynne Sladky - staff, AP
Seattle Kraken center Matty Beniers (10) is congratulated after scoring a goal during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Florida Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Sunrise, Fla. Lynne Sladky – staff, AP

During the 2023-24 season Beniers put up 37 points over 77 games (15 goals, 22 assists) hitting a bit of the ever-present sophomore slump. During the 2022-23 season he played in 80 games with a total of 57 points (24 goals, 33 assists.)

Matty has been a core part of our team since making his NHL debut, not only on the ice, but in his commitment to our community and our fans. Signing Matty to a contract was a top priority for our off-season, and we are excited to have it done. We’re looking forward to seeing Matty take the next steps as a player and watching him contribute to many more memorable moments for our franchise.”
General Manager Ron Francis on Matty Beniers

Matty Beniers signed a seven-year, $7.1M AAV contract, leaving the Kraken with just over $4K in cap space.

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Jayd Serdy

Jayd Serdy is a journalist with just over one year of professional experience. She grew up watching basketball and baseball but grew to love both Men’s and Women’s hockey as well. She enjoys all aspects of the game but puts an emphasis on prospects entering the league. Jayd lives just south of Seattle with her dog, Maverick. When she isn’t watching or writing about sports, Jayd enjoys traveling, going to various concerts and spending time with friends and family.

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