Jason Botterill was named executive vice president and general manager of the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday. He replaces Ron Francis, the team's first GM, who was named president of hockey operations. Botterill said improving the roster is the top priority.

Ron Francis, the Kraken's first general manager, is being replaced by assistant Jason Botterill, who is a former GM for the Buffalo Sabres.

The Seattle Kraken have fired coach Dan Bylsma after just one season. The Kraken regressed after Bylsma took over for Dave Hakstol, who coached them for their first four seasons of existence and got them to the playoffs in 2023.