"The clock is ticking. Connor McDavid gave the franchise two more seasons past this one to figure it out by signing one of the most team-friendly deals in recent professional sports history. Goaltender Tristan Jarry was swapped in earlier this season for Stuart Skinner. Since his arrival, he has posted an .860 save percentage and has given up four-plus goals in each of his past five starts."
"The Kraken recently had a nice win streak full of playoff-style games ... gritty, gutsy, 3-2, 2-1 type of wins. They currently sit in a wild-card spot with no player above 40 points and only one (Jordan Eberle) at the 20-goal mark. This team could certainly use a superstar. Someone like Panarin (if he were still available)."
The NHL trade deadline arrives Friday with several teams positioned to make significant moves. Some franchises are one or two players away from becoming Stanley Cup contenders and should pursue bold acquisitions. Others may decide to rebuild or retool based on their standings position. The Edmonton Oilers face pressure with Connor McDavid's team-friendly contract expiring in two seasons, requiring immediate improvements in goaltending and defensive performance. The Seattle Kraken, currently in a wild-card spot, lack a superstar player and attempted to acquire Artemi Panarin. Teams must act decisively to address roster gaps before the 3 p.m. ET deadline.
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