Early MVP Watch: Who is the Kraken's Most Valuable Player After the First Month?

Leading Scorer: With his consistent scoring and offensive contributions, McCann keeps Seattle in games and provides the team’s biggest spark.
Clutch Performer: His goals often come at pivotal moments, underscoring his value as a reliable closer for the Kraken.

One month into the Seattle Kraken’s fourth NHL season, fans are already debating the team’s early MVP. After a rocky start, Seattle has managed to find its footing thanks to key performances across the lineup. Narrowing down the MVP conversation, four standout players have each made unique contributions. Here’s a look at why each deserves MVP recognition and who ultimately takes the top spot.

MVP Verdict: Joey Daccord

While McCann, Montour, and Gourde each make compelling cases, Joey Daccord ultimately deserves the MVP nod for the Kraken’s first month. Daccord’s consistency in net has kept the team in games, giving Seattle a fighting chance, even during tough stretches. In the Kraken’s losses, Daccord has rarely been at fault, with many goals against stemming from defensive breakdowns or unlucky bounces. His steady play and timely saves have proven to be a backbone for the Kraken, especially in moments where they’ve needed it most.

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As the season progresses, Seattle will rely on all these players to reach their potential, but for now, Daccord stands as the Kraken’s early MVP.

MVP Verdict: Joey Daccord

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