The Seattle Kraken have made a significant roster change by waiving goaltender Philipp Grubauer after a disappointing season. Grubauer, struggling with a 5-15-1 record and a high 3.83 goals against average, has been unable to deliver the performance expected of a top-tier goaltender. With playoffs hopes dwindling for the Kraken, who currently sit eight points out of a wild card spot, the team is looking to turn the tide.

In an attempt to bolster their defense, the Kraken will rely on Joey Daccord, the current starting goaltender, and Ales Stezka, a promising backup from the AHL. Stezka has shown potential with a favorable record, and the Kraken hope that changing their goaltending strategy will improve their overall performance. Grubauer, who was signed to a six-year deal in 2021, has not lived up to expectations, leaving the franchise searching for solutions to their season-long struggles.