As the puck is set to drop on another season of NHL hockey, Seattle Kraken fans are looking for ways to catch the action on the ice. It's a big year for the team as they proudly welcome a couple of high-profile acquisitions and a new head coach. You'll want to tune in to see how this shakes up the Kraken's gameplay this season.
There are several ways to watch Kraken games. If you're not one of the lucky fans attending games at the Climate Pledge Arena, you can find ten games exclusively on networks such as ABC, ESPN, ESPN+, Hulu, TNT, and Max. For fans in the local broadcast regions of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska, other non-nationally televised games will air, as reported by FOX 13 Seattle.
The season opener against the St. Louis Blues has been much anticipated, particularly with Dan Bylsma stepping up as head coach, replacing Dave Hakstol. Bylsma, who last coached an NHL team in the 2016-17 season, is bringing his experience from a successful tenure with the Kraken's AHL affiliate to the big league. Seattle's made some significant moves in the offseason as well, signing center Chandler Stephenson and defenseman Brandon Montour, both fresh from a Stanley Cup win with Florida. KING 5 News noted Montour should significantly improve the defense, while the talented Shane Wright is tipped to become a regular after a strong AHL season.
For those eager to not miss any of the on-ice drama, the Kraken's bout against the Blues is scheduled for October 8, with a 4:30 PM ET puck drop. Fans can watch the game on ESPN and even stream it on Fubo, with regional restrictions possibly applying. Stats give us a heads-up on how evenly matched the game could be, with the Kraken and Blues having their strengths to bank on. Although Seattle struggled offensively last season, ranking 29th in goals scored, they fared better defensively, coming in 8th for goals allowed as per a preview by SeattlePI.
Last season's stats highlight top performers to watch in the upcoming matchup. Jared McCann, who scored 62 points in 80 games, will undoubtedly look to kickstart his season on a high note. The Blues have their key players ready to retaliate, with Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou boasting 86 and 67 points, respectively, from their previous season efforts. This statistical dance promises to signal what fans can expect to see in the arenas or through their screens.
If you're thinking of grabbing some memorabilia to show your team spirit, Fanatics is stocked with officially licensed NHL gear ranging from jerseys and hats to collectibles. Lastly, for those who prefer the energy of a live crowd and smelling the cold zamboni-cleaned ice, tickets are available on StubHub.
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