Teams Show Interest in Kraken Winger Mason Marchment, Insider Reveals
The Seattle Kraken currently find themselves in a precarious position in the Pacific Division, hovering outside a playoff spot. As the season progresses, the team must consider their next steps to avoid ending the season in a mediocre position.
Kraken’s Trade Considerations
Seattle faces two primary options: they can either acquire new talent to bolster their roster or consider trading some veteran players, especially those who are pending unrestricted free agents (UFAs).
- Trade for a Top-Six Winger: Before a recent losing streak, there was consensus that the team aimed to add a scoring winger to their lineup.
- Mason Marchment’s Trade Potential: Insider Elliotte Friedman has suggested that Mason Marchment is a player to monitor, implying potential trade interest from other teams.
Mason Marchment’s Performance
Mason Marchment, a 30-year-old forward, has not been particularly impressive offensively this season, registering only two goals and 11 points over 26 games. Standing at 6 feet 5 inches and weighing 230 pounds, Marchment possesses the physique suited for playoff hockey.
His current contract, worth $4.5 million, is set to expire at the end of the season. Friedman mentioned that a significant decision regarding Marchment will likely wait until Jaden Schwartz returns from injury. Schwartz, a leading goal scorer for the Kraken, is also a pending UFA who may attract trade interest.
Interest from Other Teams
The Kraken initially acquired Marchment from the Dallas Stars, anticipating the option to trade him at the 2026 deadline. Numerous teams have expressed interest in Marchment previously, and with the trade market heating up, more calls could be expected as teams aim to strengthen their middle six.
Seattle’s management holds Marchment in high regard, and they may prioritize extending Schwartz’s contract, adding another layer of complexity to their trade considerations. As the deadline approaches, all eyes will be on Seattle and its potential trades.
