Seattle Kraken
· 2026-06-29
The Seattle Kraken have drafted Sudbury Wolves defenceman Finn Kearns in the fifth round, 131st overall, in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft.
The Kraken selected Kearns after he had a strong season with the Wolves, recording 17 goals and 40 assists in 53 games.
He also played 15 regular-season games with the Wolves, recording one assist and collecting 17 penalty minutes.
Kearns joins a growing list of Sudbury Wolves players who have been selected by the Seattle Kraken, including David Goyette and Nathan Villeneuve.
The Kraken are looking to improve on their 34-37 record and 13th place standing in the Western Conference, and Kearns could be a key part of their future plans.
Kearns will likely report to the Kraken's minor-league affiliates to continue his development, but he could potentially see time with the Kraken in the future.
The Kraken's selection of Kearns is a sign that they are committed to building a strong defensive core, and Kearns could be a key part of that effort.
As of June 29, 2026, the Kraken are on a L3 streak, and they will be looking to turn things around with the addition of young players like Kearns.
The Kraken's fans will be eager to see how Kearns performs in the upcoming season, and he will be looking to make a strong impression.