Kraken Keep Searching After Missing Robertson
Seattle continues to look for a major addition following its unsuccessful pursuit of Dallas Stars winger Jason Robertson this summer.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Hockey
Seattle Kraken general manager Jason Botterill made a push for Dallas Stars winger Jason Robertson in summer 2026, reportedly offering an eight-year deal averaging around $15 million per year. Robertson instead signed a one-year, $12 million contract with Dallas on July 21, 2026.
Why it matters
The Kraken finished 28th in the NHL in goals scored during the 2025-26 season and sit third in the Pacific Division with 19 points through 15 games. Botterill said in June that the front office would keep looking for ways to improve the roster.
Seattle has approximately $15.4 million in projected cap space, with PuckPedia projecting a $88.58 million cap hit. Owen Tippett's contract carries a $6.2 million average annual value with five years remaining.
The players
Seattle Kraken
The NHL franchise based in Seattle that is seeking a major roster addition after missing out on Jason Robertson.
Jason Botterill
The general manager of the Seattle Kraken who made the push to sign Jason Robertson this summer.
Jason Robertson
A Dallas Stars winger who signed a one-year, $12 million contract with Dallas instead of joining Seattle.
Dallas Stars
The NHL team that retained Jason Robertson with a one-year contract and whose GM Jim Nill plans to open extension talks around December 1.
The details
Botterill reportedly made the offer while Robertson was a restricted free agent, and Dallas gave Seattle permission to negotiate with him. The seventh overall pick in the 2026 draft was reportedly part of the trade framework. On November 1, 2026, Seattle traded Shane Wright to Nashville for Matthew Wood.
Timeline
Summer 2026: Botterill made a push for Jason Robertson.
July 21, 2026: Robertson signed a one-year, $12 million contract with Dallas.
November 1, 2026: Seattle traded Shane Wright to Nashville for Matthew Wood.
January 1, 2027: Robertson can begin negotiating an extension.
Roadmap
The Kraken's pursuit of Robertson followed their November 1, 2026 trade of Shane Wright to Nashville for Matthew Wood, part of a continuing effort to address a roster that ranked 28th in goals scored last season. The unsuccessful bid leaves Seattle, which has about $15.4 million in projected cap space, still searching for its next significant addition.
Seattle's cap space and remaining roster gaps will shape which players are available in trades and free agency this season. Fantasy managers tracking Pacific Division scoring should watch how the Kraken's offense develops after finishing 28th in goals last year.
The takeaway
Teams that miss out on a top free agent often pivot quickly, so Kraken roster moves to watch for include trades and signings tied to their available cap space.
What happens next
Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill plans to open extension talks with Robertson's representatives around December 1, and Robertson can begin negotiating an extension starting January 1, 2027.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Sportskeeda.
