Ricky Olczyk

Ricky O. enters his eighth year in the Vice President and Assistant General Manager roles with the Kraken and serves as their lead expert on contract negotiations, managing the salary cap, and the NHL’s collective bargaining agreement. Previously, Olczyk was the Assistant GM to Ron Francis for four years in Carolina. He was a driving force in founding Oklahoma City's AHL franchise while the Assistant GM for the Edmonton Oilers. Last February, he served on the management team for host squad Team Italy at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games Milano Cortina. At the 2016 World Cup, as Assistant GM, he was a key member of the management team for Team Europe, which won silver.

Fun Facts:
Pronounced, "ohl-check." Played defense for four seasons at Brown University and as a captain his senior year. Once captained the USA Under-17 team to a silver medal. Earned a Cornell Law degree, worked as Associate Counsel for the NHL Players' Association, and was a player agent. Competitive trail runner, dedicated vegan, and avid reader.