Seattle's Heading to Finland: Kraken Set for Epic 2026 Global Series Showdown
Mark your calendars, hockey fans. The Kraken are heading overseas in 2026, and it's going to be huge. Seattle will face off against the Hurricanes in the NHL Global Series Finland, bringing the Emerald City's pride all the way to the frozen north.
A First-Time Experience for the Franchise
This is the kind of opportunity that doesn't come around often. Playing in the Global Series puts the Kraken on an international stage, representing Seattle against one of the league's most dangerous teams in the Hurricanes. It's a chance to show what we're made of on a world stage, and honestly, there's no better way to build a young franchise's resume than by competing at this level.
A Chance to Prove Something
The 2025-26 season has been building toward something special in Seattle. With guys like Jordan Eberle leading the charge as captain, Matty Beniers developing in the middle, and Joey Daccord holding it down in net, the Kraken have the pieces to make some noise. A trip to Finland against Carolina gives this squad a chance to test themselves against elite competition and show that Seattle hockey is for real.
The Global Series is more than just a regular season game, too. It's a statement. It's the NHL saying that Seattle deserves to be part of these marquee international events, and our team has earned that respect.
What's Next
With the matchup set for March 23, 2026, the focus is on making sure the Kraken are playing their best hockey when that puck drops in Helsinki. Every game between now and then matters. This is what building a winning culture looks like, and Seattle fans should be fired up about what's coming.
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