Seattle Kraken Hire Outside Firm to Audit Hockey Operations

Seattle Kraken are set to undergo a thorough audit of their hockey operations, led by outside firm The Sportsology Group. The team's overhaul began with the departure of Ron Francis as President of Hockey Operations. According to Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle, the audit will analyze the Kraken's organizational structure, scouting, player development, and decision-making processes. The Sportsology Group, headed by executive chairman Mike Forde, has worked with high-profile teams like the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Rams. Jason Botterill, now in control of hockey operations, will oversee the process. The Kraken finished last season with 79 points, missing the postseason for the fourth time in five years. They have the seventh overall pick in the upcoming NHL Entry Draft and decisions to make on pending free agents like Bobby McMann, Jaden Schwartz, and Eeli Tolvanen. The audit's findings will likely impact the team's strategy for the draft and free agency. And with key players' futures uncertain, the Kraken's ownership group, One Roof Sports And Entertainment, is taking a proactive approach to ensure the team's success. But the process will take time, and fans will be watching closely to see how the changes unfold. So far, the team has not commented on the specifics of the audit or what changes might be made as a result. The Kraken's performance on the ice will be closely tied to the outcome of the audit, as they look to improve their standing in the Pacific Division.