There was widespread surprise when news leaked out that Dan Bylsma, who helped fortify the Kraken’s farm system, would only get one season as the coach of the big club.

Today, the Seattle Kraken announced that they have relieved head coach Dan Bylsma of his duties. “We thank Dan for his commitment and the energy he brought to our organization over the past four years at the NHL and AHL levels,

Dan Bylsma’s long-awaited return to running an NHL bench did not last long. Bylsma has been fired by the Seattle Kraken after only one season as their coach, the team announced Monday. The Kraken finished seventh in the Pacific Division with 76 points,