BY WARREN KOZIRESKI —
The Seattle Kraken selected four players in their expansion draft who have New York State connections. They include their pick from the Columbus Blue Jackets, Gavin Bayreuther.
Bayreuther played for four seasons at St. Lawrence University (2013-17).
Forward Colin Blackwell, Seattle’s pick from the NY Rangers, was a Rochester Amerk in 2017-18.
Jorden Eberle, a forward, was selected from the New York Islanders.
Will Borgen, a defenseman, was chosen from the Buffalo Sabres.