Search For Replacement To Begin "Immediately"
Editor's Note: This story will be updated after general manager Ron Francis' 2:30 p.m. press conference.
Three wasn't the charm for Seattle Kraken coach Dave Hakstol, fired Monday after three seasons on the job.
“I thank Dave for his hard work and dedication to the Kraken franchise,” Kraken general manager Ron Francis said in a press release.
“Following our end-of-the-season review, we have decided to make a change at our head coach position. These decisions are never easy, but we feel that this is a necessary step to help ensure our team continues to improve and evolve.
"Dave is a good coach and a terrific person. We wish him and his family all the best. We will begin our search for the Kraken’s next head coach immediately.”
Hakstol was named the first head coach in franchise history on June 24, 2021, and guided the Kraken to a 107-112-27 record over their first three seasons. He helped the team reach the Stanley Cup Playoffs and earned a nomination for the Jack Adams Award during the 2022-23 season.