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Kraken Re-Sign Captain Jordan Eberle to Two-Year, $5.5 Million Contract

The move locks in Seattle's leading scorer before the trade deadline.

Seattle Kraken forward JordanÊEberle reacts after scoring an empty-net goal against the Winnipeg Jets (Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images)
Jan 31, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Seattle Kraken right wing Jordan Eberle (7) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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Feb 28, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Kraken right wing Jordan Eberle (7) celebrates after the game against the Vancouver Canucks at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Blake Dahlin-Imagn Images

Overview

  • General manager Jason Botterill announced the extension runs through 2027-28 and praised Eberle’s consistency and leadership.
  • Multiple outlets report the contract carries a full no-movement clause in each season.
  • Eberle, 35, leads Seattle with 22 goals and 42 points in 59 games and ranks second in franchise goals and third in assists and points.
  • The agreement delays his next chance at unrestricted free agency until age 38.
  • Seattle is still active around the deadline, with reports indicating a trade for Toronto forward Bobby McMann for 2027 second- and 2026 fourth-round picks to bolster scoring.