The Seattle Kraken selected right winger Casey Mutryn with the No. 38 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft on Saturday, June 27.
The 6-foot-3 native of Norwell, Massachusetts, brings versatility after splitting time between center and wing.
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His athletic pedigree includes an NFL background from his father, according to CBS Sports.
Mutryn spent most of the 2025-26 season with the US National U-18 Team, recording 18 goals and 28 assists for 46 points in 62 games, finishing fifth on the team in scoring.
He also captained the United States at the U18 World Championships, logging five points in five games before the team fell to Latvia in the quarterfinals.
In the United States Hockey League, Mutryn posted 16 points in 25 games with the USNTDP Juniors. He remains committed to Boston College for the 2027-28 season.
Prospect rankings varied widely, with projections from 21st to 55th overall. NHL Central Scouting ranked him 24th among North American skaters.
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Steven Ellis, Daily Faceoff prospect analyst, praised Mutryn's physicality and work ethic. "Mutryn was one of my favorite American-born prospects this season," Ellis said.
"I like his physicality and work ethic and think that could allow him to be a decent third-liner."
Ellis added, "Although I don't think his ceiling is that high, I feel confident Mutryn will be an NHLer.
Most likely as a third- or fourth-liner who can grind it out and win most of his battles."
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Scouts noted that while supporters highlight his rising offensive development, detractors point to deficiencies in vision, playmaking, and overall pace.
