Seattle Kraken: The Shane Wright Saga Continues into 2023
Shane Wright has gone through a whirlwind so far this season. Let's take a look at what's next for the future Seattle Kraken star!
There has been plenty of criticism about how Seattle Kraken General Manager Ron Francis and Head Coach Dave Haksol have handled Wright’s development. It is clear that Shane Wright has talent. He is too good for the Juniors and is ineligible to play full-time in the AHL because he’s only 18 years old.
Many believe Wright should be playing top-line minutes in the NHL, which is the only way he’ll continue to gain experience. In reality, allowing Wright to continue working with the coaching staff and further develop the mental side of the game will go further in his bright career.
Others feel that sending him back to the OHL is the best move. I think this would be a Grade A mistake.
Sure, it would give him ice time. But it would also stunt his growth.
Wright would put up 2-3 points a night, set franchise records, and skate circles around the other team as if it were a drill and they were the pylons. It’s hard to improve playing against inferior talent.
His 4 goals in 5 AHL games show that he’s ready to play as a professional. Wright just needs to hone his skills and develop confidence at the NHL level.