Former Lightning Defenseman Replaces Jeff Tambellini As Kraken Director Of Player Development

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Julian Gaudio

Jul 10, 2025

Updated at Jul 10, 2025, 17:18

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Former Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Cory Murphy has been promoted to the Seattle Kraken's Director of Player Development, replacing Jeff Tambellini, the Lightning's new Assistant General Manager and Director of Hockey Operations

The Seattle Kraken have elevated Cory Murphy to Director of Player Development and Justin Rai to Head of Player Strategy.

thehockeynews.comKraken Hand Out A Pair Of Promotions Within Player Development StaffThe Seattle Kraken have elevated Cory Murphy to Director of Player Development and Justin Rai to Head of Player Strategy.