Kraken leadership shift brings Botterill promotion and new vision for team
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The
Seattle Kraken
has undergone some significant front-office changes.
Jason Botterill
is the team's new
General Manager
(GM), and
Ron Francis
has become President of Hockey Operations. All of this transpired after the team did not make the playoffs this year. Both Jason Botterill and Ron Francis are strong with experience and leadership. Fans are now expecting that these choices will make the team stronger and play even better in the upcoming NHL season.
Jason Botterill assumes role of a General Manager
Jason Botterill has been with the Seattle Kraken since 2021, serving as the assistant GM. Now, he has been given full responsibility as the General Manager of the team. He comes with a solid hockey background. Jason Botterill is known to make wise and planned choices. He knows what it takes to create a winning team.
As the GM, now he will have to select players, do trades, manage contracts, and assemble the best possible team. The Seattle Kraken think that Jason Botterill's experience will assist them in getting better and reaching a playoff position next year.
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Jason Botterill has also been a hockey player himself, so he understands what players endure and what type of talent will excel on the ice. His combination of playing and managing experience brings fans optimism about a brighter future.
Ron Francis promoted to President of Hockey operations
Ron Francis, the first-ever General Manager of the Seattle Kraken, is stepping into a new and larger role. He has been promoted to President of Hockey Operations. Ron Francis joined the team in 2019 and has worked greatly to construct the Kraken from scratch.
In his new position, Ron Francis will concentrate on long-term strategy and team development. He will assist in the guidance of the hockey department and work hand-in-hand with Jason Botterill. Ron Francis has an excellent reputation in the NHL. He is a Hockey Hall of Famer with excellent leadership capabilities. His new position will enable him to work more on the big picture, assisting the Kraken to become a strong NHL team.
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