NHL Draft Surprise: Kraken Select Hidden Gem at No. 7 In a shocking move, the Seattle Kraken stunned the hockey world by selecting defenseman Chase Reid with the 7th overall pick in the Upper Deck NHL Draft on Friday night. What makes Reid's selection even more remarkable is his meteoric rise through the junior hockey ranks, having played in lower-level Tier II junior hockey just two seasons ago. The 19-year-old's impressive development has caught the eye of NHL scouts, and it remains to be seen whether the Kraken have unearthed a future star. Reid's selection has sparked debate among hockey fans and analysts, with many wondering what the future holds for this talented young defenseman.

The Kraken’s first round selection at No. 7 overall in the Upper Deck NHL Draft on Friday night, defenseman Chase Reid, was playing lower level Tier II junior hockey just two seasons ago after being d ...