We’re just days away from the Seattle Kraken expansion draft, as the NHL’s 32nd team will pluck 30 players off existing teams on Wednesday, July 21.
Every preexisting team needs to submit their protection lists on Saturday, with the exception of the Vegas Golden Knights, because they didn’t share in the $650 million expansion fee Seattle paid to enter the league.
Teams have the option of protecting seven forwards, three defencemen, and one goaltender, or eight skaters (regardless of position) and a goalie. First- and second-year pro players, as well as unsigned draft picks, are exempt from the process.
As for the Kraken, they are required to pick a minimum of 14 forwards, nine defencemen, and three goalies. At least 20 players picked must be already under contract for next season, with their cap hits valuing between 60-100% of the salary cap.
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