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Seattle Kraken Co-Owner Tod Leiweke Sees Need for Change as Team Struggles

On Wednesday, the Seattle Kraken announced President of Hockey Operations Ron Francis will step down at the end of the season in a decision described as "mutually agreed upon."
Currently 32-34-11, the Kraken have lost 10 of their last 11 games and sit nine points out of a wild-card spot, poised to miss the Stanley Cup playoffs for the third consecutive season.
Kraken CEO Tod Leiweke credited Francis with building the 32nd NHL franchise "from the ground up," noting his leadership included acquiring key players Jordan Eberle, Jared McCann, and Matty Beniers.
General Manager and Executive Vice President Jason Botterill will lead hockey operations after Francis departs, having been promoted to his current role before the 2025-26 season.
The organization aims to move in a new direction while retaining a foundation of draft picks and prospects, after finishing seventh in the Pacific Division last season.

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