Seattle Kraken: 2022 NHL Mock Draft Compilation
Holes to Fill
Based on their 2021-22, Seattle needs help everywhere. Of all the issues they need to address, defense is at the top of their list. That doesn’t take away from other needs, but with four second-round picks this year and three more in 2023, Francis can either start building organizational depth or trade back up to get another first round selection.
Many Kraken fans are concerned about goaltending after Philipp Grubauer and Chris Driedger had horrible seasons. There aren’t many highly rated goalies in this draft, but don’t rule out Francis selecting one in the late second or early third rounds.
This Year’s Pick
Although they had the league’s third worst record last season, the Draft Lottery fates weren’t with the Seattle Kraken. They will select fourth overall. As mentioned above, Seattle has four picks in Round 2; 35th, 49th, 60th, and 64th overall. They also pick once in the third, fifth, sixth, and seventh rounds, as well as three times in Round 4.
Dates to Know
Just like other major sports, the National Hockey League has a process. They will hold their annual Draft Combine in Buffalo, New York, from May 29 through June 4. The 2022 NHL Entry Draft takes place in Montreal this year on June 7 and 8 and will be televised on the ESPN Networks.
The Seattle Kraken outdid their odds in their first NHL Draft Lottery last year. Not so for 2022, as they will have the No. 4 overall pick in July despite having the third-best odds at the top overall selection.https://t.co/5klnd5TuUf
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