McCann's Impact Despite Injuries | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 21, 2026 · 1m

The Seattle Kraken’s 2025-26 season was a rollercoaster—starting with historic highs, including their first home opener win, before crashing into a late-season slump that left them with a 34-37-11 record. No single player bore the blame; it was a team-wide effort that fell just short of playoff contention. But one name stood out: Jared McCann. In 52 games, despite missing 27 due to injuries, he delivered 40 points (20 goals, 20 assists), kicked off the season with a bang, and remained a steady scorer and veteran leader—especially for young stars like Shane Wright. With 283 career points, he…