The creation of the NHL's 32nd team, the Seattle Kraken, dates back to 2018 when the league officially granted the city a franchise. The Kraken will begin their inaugural season on Oct. 12 by visiting the league's 31st team, the Las Vegas Golden Knights. Seattle hit another milestone in the last week when its official jerseys hit retailers. They're one of the hottest-selling items right now for fans of the new NHL team or those looking to expand their collection of NHL sweaters. You can buy them here.
The team hasn't officially named a captain yet, but Mark Giodano is a strong candidate to wear the "C" this season. The veteran played for the Calgary Flames from 2009-21 and was the captain there starting in 2013. He's one of the most recognizable faces on the Kraken roster and his jersey is flying off the shelves. Forwards Jaden Schwartz and Jordan Eberle join Giordano, defenseman Adam Larsson and goalie Philipp Grubauer as other big names who will wear the deep sea blue home and away white Kraken jerseys. See the selection here.
FanaticsYou can also customize your authentic Kraken uniform with any name and two-digit number you'd like for a unique design all of your own. And whether you're planning on being at Climate Pledge Arena on opening night, watching from home, or adding to your NHL jersey collection, you'll want to place your orders in time for the start of the season.
The Kraken will begin their 2021 NHL regular-season debut on Oct. 12 against the Golden Knights. NHL legend Ron Francis is the general manager and has tasked former Philadelphia Flyers head coach Dave Hakstol with leading an intriguing mix of veterans and youngsters.
This will be Seattle's first professional hockey team since the Seattle Totems of the Western Hockey League, and the first Seattle-based team to compete for the Stanley Cup since the Seattle Metropolitans in 1924. The Metropolitans were the first American team to win the Stanley Cup in 1917, but ceased operations just seven years later when the Seattle Ice Arena was turned into a parking garage.
The Kraken will be looking to follow in the footsteps of the Las Vegas Golden Knights, who made the Stanley Cup Final in their first season of operation in 2017-18. Before the Kraken make history as the NHL's 32nd franchise, be sure to check out the new Kraken uniforms and more Kraken gear.
Ready to get the hottest game day gear today? See the newly-launched Seattle Kraken jerseys today and support the team this season. Shop now.
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