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!
The young sniper gets a great opportunity to represent his country and play at the international level donning the red Maple Leaf for Team Canada at the WJC.
He’ll get plenty of playing time to stretch his legs before returning to the Seattle Kraken. Coach Dennis Williams should give Wright plenty of top-line minutes against the best young hockey stars in the world. This will further build his confidence so he can pick up where he left off against Montreal.
If I were a betting man, I expect to see Wright come back from the WJC and solidify a spot in the Seattle Kraken lineup, playing alongside someone like Yanni Gourde. If anyone knows about the grind it takes to make it in the NHL, it’s Gourde.
To create an everyday spot in the lineup for Wright, Francis will likely trade one of the team’s plethora of forwards.
Wright isn’t likely to play 20 minutes a night this season, which is okay. Fans will have plenty of opportunity to see Wright pot some highlight reel goals in the coming years. For now, tune in to the World Junior Championships beginning on December 26 to watch his growth.
