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Ottavainen Stays With Kraken | Seattle Kraken News
Seattle Kraken extend Ville Ottavainen’s stay with a one-year deal worth up to $850K if called up to the NHL, or $125K if he stays in the AHL — a smart move for a Finnish defenseman who’s quietly been a top-tier AHL contributor, posting 17 points last season and already earning an NHL assist. At 6’5”, Ottavainen’s offensive upside from the blue line makes him a valuable depth piece, with 66 career AHL points and 9 in playoffs. He’ll likely start the year with Coachella Valley but remains a key call-up option for the Kraken heading into 2026-27. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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