The Kraken shook things up last game by calling up Ryan Winterton for his first NHL action, alongside John Hayden and Cale Fleury. It was Hayden’s season debut and Fleury’s second game with Seattle, as the team looked for fresh energy after a tough outing in Colorado.
Despite the call-ups, all three players were reassigned to Coachella Valley following the game. Interestingly, they wasted no time making an impact back in the AHL. In Wednesday’s game against the Colorado Eagles, Hayden tipped in a shot from Fleury late in the second period, helping seal a 3-2 win for Coachella Valley.
These three players will likely continue to bounce between Seattle and Coachella Valley, but they each bring something unique to the ice. Here’s a breakdown of each player’s skill set and what Kraken fans can expect from them the next time they’re called up.