There is little debate as to how much rookie center Matty Beniers means to the Seattle Kraken as a fledgling franchise. The 19-year-old pivot was the organization’s first-ever draft pick, chosen second overall in 2021 behind his college teammate in defenseman Owen Power (Buffalo Sabres). He represents the hopeful future of the NHL’s 32nd franchise and after a miserable inaugural campaign last season, bringing him into the fold on a full-time basis was a certainty.
The American freshman made his professional debut as the 2021-22 regular season drew to a close, surprisingly posting nine points in 10 NHL games after leading the University of Michigan in scoring just a few weeks prior.
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