Finland Calling: Kraken Set to Represent Seattle in Epic 2026 Global Series Showdown
Mark your calendars, 12s. The Seattle Kraken are heading to Finland for the 2026 NHL Global Series, and they're bringing the fight to the Carolina Hurricanes. This is huge. Our boys are taking the ice on the other side of the world to represent the Emerald City on one of hockey's biggest international stages.
The Global Series comes to Finland
The NHL Global Series is exactly what it sounds like: the league taking some of its best teams overseas to grow the game and give fans around the world a chance to see elite hockey live. The Kraken and Hurricanes matchup in Finland is going to be must-watch stuff. This isn't some preseason tune-up, either. This is the real deal, and it's a chance for Seattle to show the world what we've got.
What This Means for the Kraken's Season
Playing in the Global Series is an honor, no question. It's recognition that the Kraken belong on that stage. The team will get to represent Seattle internationally while also getting a unique experience that most rosters don't get. For a franchise that's still relatively young, these kinds of moments matter. They build culture, they build identity, and they give the squad something special to rally around.
The matchup against Carolina should be a battle. Both teams know what it takes to compete at the highest level, and facing off in Finland adds another layer to what's already going to be an intense series.
Looking Ahead
The Global Series is coming, and Seattle is ready. This is our chance to show the hockey world what Kraken hockey is all about. Stay locked in. This is going to be special.
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