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Seattle Kraken Team History

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Seattle Kraken




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  • 2020
  • Seattle Team Announcement

    Formation of the Seattle Team

    The NHL Board of Governors voted unanimously to approve Seattle’s expansion team on December 4, 2018. Seattle will begin to play in the 2021 – 2022 seasons as a member of the Pacific Division in the Western Conference; therefore the Arizona Coyotes will shift from the Pacific Division to the Central Division to balance out the four divisions at eight ...
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  • Seattle Kraken Nickname

    Release the Kraken

    On July 23, 2020, the franchise officially announced their team name, the Seattle Kraken, as well as their team colors, branding, and home jersey. The event was held under the banner of “Release the Kraken,” a phrase popularized by the 1981 film Clash of the Titans and the 2010 remake.
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History of the Kraken

The Seattle Kraken is the newest NHL hockey team to join the league. As a result, they have no history of playing games or having success on the ice. However, their entrance into professional hockey marks an exciting time for fans and players alike as they look forward to making their mark on the sport in future years.

Though there is no official record of play yet, it’s essential not to forget that this team has been a long time coming, with many dedicated individuals working hard behind the scenes since 2018, when Seattle was officially granted an expansion franchise by NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and his Board of Governors. It took three years, but finally, in 2021, The Seattle Kraken was named after an old fishing vessel from Puget Sound that had become a part legend among local fishermen due to its size and power - attributes that will indeed be reflected by this new powerhouse squad who are sure make waves within divisional rivals such as Vancouver Canucks & Calgary Flames!

In addition to all those involved in bringing pro hockey back into Emerald City, we must also recognize how much potential lies ahead for them; from building up fan support through community outreach initiatives like ‘Kraken Kares’ (which provides free tickets for underprivileged children) to signing top tier talent like former Stanley Cup champion defenseman Nate Schmidt – who signed with them during offseason free agency period – there seems little doubt that these men can compete at highest level soon enough once the season begins later year! With so much excitement surrounding prospects, one thing is sure: whether you root against or cheer alongside our beloved hometown heroes, we'll all be watching closely to see what happens next…





Established
2020

City
Seattle

League History
2021 – Present / National Hockey League

Team History
2021 – Present / Seattle Kraken

Nickname
Kraken – The Seattle Kraken, the newest addition to the National Hockey League (NHL), officially announced their team nickname on July 23rd. The name pays homage to a mythical sea creature that has been part of maritime lore for centuries and is deeply rooted in Pacific Northwest culture.

The Kraken is believed to have originated from Scandinavian folklore, where it was described as an enormous octopus-like creature capable of destroying entire ships with its massive tentacles. No wonder this fierce monster symbolized power and strength throughout maritime history – essential qualities in hockey!

Seattle's NHL franchise wanted their team name to be unique yet familiar, which led them to explore various nautical themes before deciding on “Kraken” as their official moniker. This decision reflects Seattle's strong connection with water — whether through fishing or sailing — making this choice even more meaningful for local fans who have grown up around these activities all their lives.

Furthermore, by incorporating “Kraken” into both its logo design and marketing campaigns, Seattle hopes to bring some extra excitement into what will already be an exciting season full of rivalries between teams across North America! With such a mighty mascot now representing them at every game they play–not just locally but nationally, too–it should come as no surprise if we start seeing more enthusiastic crowds cheering on the home side whenever they take center ice during any match-up this season!

Championship
Stanley Cup 0

Arena
2021 – Present / Climate Pledge Arena

Owner
2021 – Present / David Bonderman, Jerry Bruckheimer, and Tod Leiweke

Retired Number
99 Wayne Gretzky

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