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The Seattle Kraken are the most recent team to join the NHL, which they did before the 2021-22 season. The league approved the expansion bid in 2018 by owners David Bonderman and Jerry Bruckheimer. The Kraken struggled in their inaugural season, winning just 27 games; however, their sophomore season resulted in more success, having surpassed their first-season win and point totals in January. The 2022-23 season culminated in the franchise’s first postseason appearance, and they ended up advancing to the second round.

Kraken’s Catton and Nyman Invited to the 2025 NHLPA Rookie Showcase
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On Aug. 26, the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) announced the list of rookies they invited to partake in the 2025 NHLPA Rookie Showcase. The showcase will take place on Sept. 3 at the Washington Capitals’ practice facility in Arlington, Virginia. The showcase is a chance for Upper Deck to take photos and videos of the prospects to use for future hockey cards and other promotional material. The event is not open to the public. Among the list of 30 rookies named by the NHLPA, two of them are Seattle Kraken prospects: Berkly Catton and Jani Nyman. Nyman Already Showing Promise Nyman has been…

NHL Stars Take Part in Muskoka Hockey Event
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Yesterday, NHL stars came to Bracebridge, Ontario, to take part in a Muskoka Hockey event at the recently built Muskoka Lumber Community Centre. Muskoka Hockey was founded by former NHLer Sam Gagner as he set it up to provide a program for NHLers to train during the summer. The program also has camps for U8-10 and U11-14, as well as an Elite Academy Program designed for players ages 14–20, who are competing at the AA, AAA, Junior, or NCAA levels. Gagner is the founder, but doesn’t run it all himself. He hired Brady Leavold who is the Head Development Coach….

King’s Ransom for McCann, Updates on Extensions & More NHL Rumours
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In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we look at how the Seattle Kraken will be looking for a “king’s ransom” if another team wants to acquire Jared McCann. Elsewhere, there have been some updates on the 2028 World Cup of Hockey, and how that could look. Finally, there have been some updates on the biggest remaining restricted free agents and 2026’s top unrestricted free agents. Kraken Hanging On To McCann Over the course of the summer, McCann’s name came up a few times, but nothing really emerged from it, and there wasn’t a ton of chatter. Rob Simpson of Seattle Hockey…

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Today in Hockey History: July 21
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Yesterday in Hockey History: July 20 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 22 July 21 saw the greatest player in National Hockey League history sign on to play for one of its most historic teams. Plus, a franchise-altering player signed his first-ever professional contract, new head coaches were hired and the…

Meet the Newest Seattle Kraken: Matt Murray
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Free agency opened up for the NHL on July 1. Several teams participated in signing new players to their teams, including the Seattle Kraken. They signed goaltender Matt Murray to a one-year contract with an average annual value (AAV) of $1 million. Let’s take a look at Murray’s career in the NHL so far. Murray…

 

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Kraken FAQ

What year were the Seattle Kraken founded?

The Seattle Kraken are the most recent team to join the NHL, which they did before the 2021-22 season.

When did the Seattle Kraken play their first game?

The Kraken played their first game on Oct. 12, 2021, against the Vegas Golden Knights, losing 4-3.

Who is the current head coach of the Seattle Kraken?

Dave Hakstol is the current head coach for the Seattle Kraken.