Unpacking Matty Beniers' sophomore season with Kraken — and what comes next

Matty Beniers' entry-level days are done. The Kraken's top-line center would like to work on staying even-keeled when things aren't going well. The reigning NHL rookie of the year did not have a strong offensive follow-up in 2023-24, an issue exacerbated by the fact that the Kraken sorely needed it. “It's a game of momentum and confidence,” said Beniers, 21.