Kraken acquire Mackie Samoskevich in a trade with the Panthers

June 22, 2026 - 01:18

The Seattle Kraken have made a move to shake up their roster, acquiring forward Mackie Samoskevich from the Florida Panthers. The 23-year-old winger brings a blend of youth and experience to a team looking to bounce back after another disappointing season.

Samoskevich has compiled 64 points over 160 games across the regular season and playoffs. His arrival gives Seattle a much-needed injection of offensive talent. The Kraken missed the playoffs for the fourth time in their five-year history, and the front office has been clear about the need to add skill and speed to the lineup.

The trade signals that Seattle is not content to simply wait for its young prospects to develop. Samoskevich has shown flashes of high-end ability, particularly with his skating and puck-handling. He is expected to slot into a middle-six role and could see time on the power play.

For Florida, the move frees up cap space and clears a path for other prospects in their system. The Panthers have been one of the league's top teams in recent years and are willing to move younger assets to keep their championship window open.

Seattle's general manager said the team is excited about what Samoskevich can bring. "He plays with pace and has a real offensive instinct. We think he can help us right away." The Kraken will hope this is the first of several moves to reshape a roster that has underperformed expectations.