The Seattle Kraken's season will end without one of their top offensive weapons. Forward Jared McCann will miss the team's final three regular-season games due to a lower-body injury, prematurely ending his 2025-26 campaign.

This news comes as the Kraken, with a record of 34-34-1, have already been mathematically eliminated from playoff contention. The team secured a 4-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night, but the focus now shifts squarely to the future.

For McCann, a consistent scoring threat and a key piece of the Kraken's core, this early exit means he can immediately begin his offseason rehabilitation and training regimen. Getting a head start on recovery is a small silver lining, allowing him to focus fully on returning at full strength for the 2026-27 season.

While it's a disappointing end for the player and fans alike, the extended offseason provides a crucial opportunity for McCann to heal and prepare to lead Seattle's charge back into contention next fall.