Jordan Eberle will remain with the Seattle Kraken through the 2027-28 season. The organization signed their 35-year-old captain to a two-year contract extension valued at $11 million total. General Manager Jason Botterill finalized the deal Friday, ensuring a $5.5 million average annual cost. The agreement arrived while other teams processed trades for similar veterans with expiring contracts.
| Fiscal & Tenure Detail | Value / Constraint |
|---|---|
| Total Salary | $11,000,000 |
| Annual Average (AAV) | $5.5 Million |
| Duration | 2 Years (through 2027-28) |
| Movement Restriction | Full No-Movement Clause |
| Career Games | 1,119 Regular Season |
The negotiations occurred primarily during the Winter Olympic break. While many players in their mid-thirties face relocation as their contracts expire, Eberle opted for stability in a market he has occupied since the team's inaugural season.
The contract salary is spread evenly across both seasons.
Eberle replaced Mark Giordano as the team's captain in October.
He currently leads the roster in goals (22) and total points (42) over 59 games this season.
The Production Ledger
Eberle's presence in Seattle has been a constant in an otherwise fluctuating expansion history. He currently holds the second-highest goal count in franchise history with 89 goals and ranks third in total points with 219.
"Obviously, when you have an opportunity to sign your captain for another two years, your leading scorer, a player that exemplifies so much… we are ecstatic." — Jason Botterill, General Manager.
The "ecstasy" mentioned by the front office comes at a price point that keeps the aging winger in a top-six role. Eberle himself cited the "energy in the building" and "fond memories" of previous playoff runs as the primary drivers for skipping the open market.
Contextual Background
Before the Kraken claimed him, Eberle spent eleven seasons divided between the Edmonton Oilers and the New York Islanders. He has maintained a jagged but productive trajectory, recording a career-high of 76 points early in his Edmonton years.
Eberle’s new deal features a full no-movement clause, meaning the Kraken cannot trade or waive the player without his explicit permission. This provides the veteran with total control over his final professional years as the franchise attempts to move past its expansion identity.
Games with Seattle: 340
Career Goals: 330
Career Points: 770
Current Standing: Leads team in goals and points for the 2023-24 campaign.