With the news that Shane Wright – the Seattle Kraken’s first-round draft pick in 2022 – could play the entire 2022-23 season with the big club, questions naturally arise around whether that’s the best move for his development.
Even if the Kraken improve on their dismal 2021-22 campaign, they don’t figure to be anywhere in the discussion for Stanley Cup contention. The NHL is no stranger to watching highly-regarded prospects being handed too much responsibility too early and floundering under pressure. That specific concern is relevant to any newcomer to the league, but even more so when extremely valuable draft capital is invested in the player.
Despite the valid apprehension circling
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