CHL to NHL: Evans debuts with Kraken

Former Regina Pats defenceman Ryker Evans made his NHL debut with the Seattle Kraken Thursday.

In a 2-1 loss to New Jersey, Evans played 17:50, recorded two hits, had two shots on goal and was a +1.

The Calgary native spent four years with the Pats from 2018-22 where he played in 195 games and recorded 131 points (25 goals).

As a pro, Evans helped Coachella Valley to Game 7 of the Calder Cup Finals last season before they fell to Hershey. Before his NHL debut, Evans played 89 games in the AHL.

Seattle selected the 21-year-old 35th overall at the 2021 NHL Draft.

Ryker Evans is making his @NHL debut tonight against the Devils.

Congrats, Ryker! pic.twitter.com/WMVTihjjGd

— Seattle Kraken PR (@SeattleKrakenPR) December 8, 2023