The Seattle Kraken have a new face in the locker room: Mason Marchment. Acquired from the Dallas Stars on Thursday, June 19th, 2025, in exchange for a 2025 fourth-round pick and a 2026 third-round pick, Marchment brings a unique blend of size, skill, and experience to the Pacific Northwest.
Marchment, who just turned 30, is coming off a strong season with the Stars, where he tied his career-high with 22 goals and 47 points in 62 games. This performance would have placed him fourth in Kraken scoring last season, behind Jared McCann, Chandler Stephenson, and Jaden Schwartz. Notably, he achieved these numbers while averaging just over 15 minutes of ice time per game, indicating potential for even greater production with increased opportunity.
Standing tall at 6-foot-5 and weighing in at 212 pounds, Marchment provides a physical presence that the Kraken have been looking to add to their middle-six forwards. He isn't just about size, though. He also contributed effectively on the power play, tallying 10 points with the man advantage last season. His willingness to battle for pucks and establish a net-front presence should complement the Kraken's existing power-play structure.
Kraken General Manager Jason Botterill highlighted Marchment's multifaceted skillset, noting that he "adds an important skillset to our roster," and that "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's journey to the NHL wasn't traditional. He signed with the Toronto Maple Leafs as an undrafted free agent in 2018. He has played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Florida Panthers, and the Dallas Stars, accumulating 76 goals and 113 assists in 302 regular-season games. He also brings a wealth of playoff experience, with 11 goals and 8 assists in 59 playoff games. He helped the Stars reach the Western Conference Final each of his three seasons in Dallas.
The acquisition of Marchment also serves a strategic purpose for the Stars, who were looking to shed salary. With the recent signing of Mikko Rantanen to a lucrative eight-year contract, Dallas needed to create cap space, making Marchment, who has one year remaining on his four-year, $18 million contract with a $4.5 million cap hit, a prime candidate to be moved.
The question now is where Marchment will slot into the Kraken's lineup. His versatility is a definite asset, as he has demonstrated the ability to play up and down the lineup as needed. In Dallas, he spent considerable time on a line with Mikael Granlund and Matt Duchene. Regardless of where he plays, the Kraken are hoping Marchment can bring consistent scoring and a physical edge.
