Kraken snag Chase Reid at No. 7, a surprise defense prospect
Seattle selected Chase Reid, a 6'3" right-shot defenseman from the Soo Greyhounds, with the 7th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft—a surprising choice as Seattle’s first-round defenseman. Reid led draft-eligible OHL defensemen in goals, points and points per game and is lauded for mobility, size and hockey sense. He’s committed to Michigan State and is projected to develop into a top-pairing, power-play contributor after further time in college and the AHL, potentially earning a future spot in Seattle's lineup.
