The Seattle Kraken is a professional ice hockey team based in Seattle, competing in the NHL’s Pacific Division of the Western Conference. The Kraken is named after a mythical sea monster and the Pacific octopus native to Puget Sound. The groundwork for the Kraken's introduction began in 2016 with plans to renovate KeyArena, now called Climate Pledge Arena. This venue became the home of the Kraken when it opened in 2021.
Founded after Seattle Hockey Partners secured an expansion franchise, the Kraken began play in the 2021–22 season. The Kraken made their first playoff appearance in 2023, where they upset the defending champion Colorado Avalanche in a seven-game series. However, their run ended in the second round with a loss to the Dallas Stars, marking an impressive finish to just their second season.
Seattle Kraken Preseason Schedule
The Seattle Kraken started their preseason with losses to the Calgary Flames (6-1) on September 22 and the Vancouver Canucks (3-1) on September 24, giving them a 0-2-0 record.
Their upcoming games include matchups against the Calgary Flames on September 27 at Climate Pledge Arena and September 30 at Scotiabank Saddledome. They also face the Edmonton Oilers on September 28 at Rogers Place and October 2 at Climate Pledge Arena.
Here’s a table summarising the Seattle Kraken preseason schedule:
| Date | OPP | Result | Record |
| Sep 22, 2024 | Calgary | L 6-1 | 0-1-0 |
| Sep 24, 2024 | Vancouver | L 3-1 | 0-2-0 |
| Date | Edmonton | Time / TV | Venue |
| Sep 27, 2024 | Calgary | 10:00 pm | Climate Pledge Arena |
| Sep 28, 2024 | Edmonton | 9:00 pm | Rogers Place |
| Sep 30, 2024 | Calgary | 9:00 pm | Scotiabank Saddledome |
| Oct 2, 2024 | Edmonton | 10:00 pm | Climate Pledge Arena |
FAQs on Seattle Kraken
A. The Seattle Kraken was founded on December 4, 2018, making it the NHL's newest franchise.
A. The Kraken competes in the Western Conference.
A. The Kraken are a part of the Pacific Division.
A. The team plays its home games at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington.
A. The Seattle Kraken's team colors are deep sea blue, ice blue, boundless blue, shadow blue, and red alert.
