The Seattle Kraken have acquired forward Mason Marchment from the Dallas Stars in exchange for a 2025 fourth-round pick and a 2026 third-round pick. The trade, executed on Thursday, marks the first significant move by new Kraken General Manager Jason Botterill.
Marchment, 30, is coming off consecutive 22-goal seasons with the Stars. In the 2024-25 season, he reached that mark in just 62 games. Throughout his NHL career, Marchment has played 302 regular-season games with the Maple Leafs, Panthers, and Stars, amassing 189 points (76 goals, 113 assists). He also brings substantial playoff experience, with 19 points (11 goals, eight assists) in 59 Stanley Cup Playoff games.
Kraken GM Jason Botterill highlighted Marchment's unique skill set. "Mason adds an important skill-set to our roster," Botterill said in a statement. "He's a veteran player who brings a combination of size, skill, and toughness. Mason knows what it takes to win, having been part of deep postseason runs with the Stars. We're excited to have him join our group."
Marchment brings considerable size to Seattle's forward ranks at 6-foot-5 and 212 pounds. He plays a physical game and isn't afraid to engage physically when needed. Botterill had previously emphasized the need to improve the team's strength and net-front presence, making Marchment a strategic acquisition to address these areas.
Marchment has one year remaining on his four-year, $18 million contract, carrying a $4.5 million average annual value. He signed the contract with the Stars on July 13, 2022.
The Stars, on the other hand, were facing a roster crunch. They had acquired Mikko Rantanen at the trade deadline in March and subsequently signed him to an eight-year, $96 million extension. With limited salary cap space and key free agents to consider, including Jamie Benn, Mikael Granlund, and Evgeny Dadonov, Marchment became expendable as Dallas aimed to retain its core players.
The Kraken's acquisition of Marchment provides a boost to their scoring ability and adds a veteran presence with significant playoff experience. For the Stars, the trade frees up valuable cap space and provides them with additional draft capital for future player development.
