Ryan Lindgren Plans to Bring His Defensive-Minded Ways to Seattle Kraken
- On Tuesday, the Seattle Kraken signed defenseman Ryan Lindgren to a four-year, $4.5 million AAV contract during the opening day of 2025 free agency.
- Facing two consecutive missed playoff seasons and cap space cleared via trades, the Kraken pursued Lindgren in free agency to bolster their defense.
- Lindgren averaged 19–20 minutes per game, setting career highs of 18 assists and 22 points, known for penalty-killing and shot-blocking skills.
- Lindgren's signing strengthens Seattle's defense, enabling potential trades of Dunn, Oleksiak, or Evans amid crowded left-shot depth.
- Beyond the Lindgren signing, Kraken general manager Jason Botterill signals more roster moves ahead, viewing trades as key short-term solutions for improving the team.
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Ryan Lindgren plans to bring his defensive-minded ways to Seattle Kraken
Ryan Lindgren has signed a four-year, $18 million contract with the Seattle Kraken. The 27-year-old defenseman aims to strengthen a team that struggled defensively last season, allowing 3.20 goals against per game. Lindgren, known for his defensive skills rather than…
Kraken Add ‘Warrior’ Defenseman In Free Agency
The Seattle Kraken bolstered their blueline on Tuesday, signing free agent defenseman Ryan Lindgren to a four-year contract with a $4.5M AAV. Lindgren, 27, set career highs in assists (18) and points (22) and tied his personal best in goals (4) in 72 regular-season games last season. He recorded 19 points in 54 games with the Rangers before he was traded to the Avalanche on March 1. Source
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