The Carolina Kraken have been in very transparent with both their fans and their team as to their status as a rebuilding team. With notable departures such as Base Pack between the pipes, the new round of rookies from the S67 SMJHL Entry Draft would prove to be a crucial steping stone for the Kraken in renewing with past glory and improving their chance to win a championship. Preseason showed signs of improvement and glimmers of hope despite a single win to show for their efforts. That being said, chemistry was building and second round pick Liam Logger was a surprise for the team with 2 goals and 3 assists for 5 points, one to look for during the regular season. The high profile 4OA pick, Derek Martin, took a slower approach to the pre-season, with a respectable 3 points (1G, 2A) and a +3 despite Carolina's loosing record, a promising sign for his development. Also important to look out for veterans Rush Justice and Axel Kirby who are looking to build off of excellent S66 seasons and S67 preseason, joining forces with newly appointed captain Adam Prpich in providing veteran presence and leadership. This season may smell quite fishy for the Kraken, but a bright future awaits, and it starts with S67 as a building block for the future!

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