The Seattle Kraken put goaltender Philipp Grubauer on waivers Wednesday with the purpose of sending him to the minors, and he would be assigned to the American Hockey League’s Coachella Valley Firebirds if he clears.

The Seattle Kraken have placed goaltender Philipp Grubauer, one of the team's highest earners, on waivers with the purpose of being assigned to the AHL, the team announced Wednesday.

Philipp Grubauer was placed on waivers by the Seattle Kraken Wednesday, with the intent of assigning the goalie to Coachella Valley of the American Hockey League. Grubauer is 5-15-1 with a 3.83 goals-against average and .

The Seattle Kraken took to social media on Jan. 29 to share some news. They will be placing goaltender Philipp Grubauer on waivers for the purpose of sending him down to the American Hockey League (AHL) to play for the Kraken’s affiliate,