Seattle Kraken Announce 2023 Schedule

Key Matchups and Must-See Games

Home Opener Against Vegas Golden Knights

The Seattle Kraken are set to open their 2023 season at home against the Vegas Golden Knights on October 11th. This will be a highly anticipated matchup between two of the NHL's newest franchises. The Golden Knights have been a powerhouse since their inception, making the playoffs in each of their first four seasons. The Kraken, on the other hand, are still looking for their first playoff berth. This game will be a great opportunity for the Kraken to make a statement and show that they are a team to be reckoned with.

Rematch with Colorado Avalanche in Denver

One of the most highly anticipated games on the Kraken's schedule is their rematch with the Colorado Avalanche in Denver on November 19th. The Avalanche are the defending Stanley Cup champions and are considered one of the best teams in the NHL. The Kraken gave the Avalanche a scare in their first meeting last season, losing 3-2 in overtime. This time, the Kraken will be looking to get the win and prove that they can compete with the league's elite teams.

Outdoor Game at Climate Pledge Arena

The Kraken will host their first-ever outdoor game at Climate Pledge Arena on December 3rd against the Los Angeles Kings. This will be a special event for the Kraken and their fans. The game will be played on a rink built on top of the ice at Climate Pledge Arena. This will be a unique experience for fans and players alike.

Other Notable Matchups

In addition to the key matchups listed above, the Kraken's schedule also features some other notable games. The Kraken will play the Toronto Maple Leafs on November 26th, the Boston Bruins on December 14th, and the Pittsburgh Penguins on March 14th. These are all Original Six teams with rich histories and passionate fan bases. The Kraken will need to be at their best in these games if they want to be successful in 2023.

Full Schedule

The Kraken's full 2023 schedule is as follows: * October 11th: Vegas Golden Knights (Home) * October 14th: Los Angeles Kings (Away) * October 17th: Arizona Coyotes (Home) * October 21st: Edmonton Oilers (Away) * October 24th: Vancouver Canucks (Home) * October 28th: San Jose Sharks (Away) * October 31st: Anaheim Ducks (Home) * November 4th: Winnipeg Jets (Away) * November 7th: Nashville Predators (Home) * November 10th: Calgary Flames (Away) * November 12th: Minnesota Wild (Home) * November 15th: St. Louis Blues (Away) * November 19th: Colorado Avalanche (Away) * November 22nd: Dallas Stars (Home) * November 26th: Toronto Maple Leafs (Away) * November 29th: Vancouver Canucks (Home) * December 3rd: Los Angeles Kings (Outdoor Game) * December 6th: Edmonton Oilers (Home) * December 9th: Vegas Golden Knights (Away) * December 12th: Chicago Blackhawks (Home) * December 14th: Boston Bruins (Away) * December 17th: New York Rangers (Home) * December 20th: Philadelphia Flyers (Away) * December 23rd: New Jersey Devils (Home) * December 27th: Los Angeles Kings (Home) * December 29th: Anaheim Ducks (Away) * December 31st: San Jose Sharks (Home) * January 3rd: Vancouver Canucks (Away) * January 6th: Colorado Avalanche (Home) * January 9th: Vegas Golden Knights (Away) * January 12th: Nashville Predators (Home) * January 17th: Minnesota Wild (Away) * January 20th: Calgary Flames (Home) * January 24th: St. Louis Blues (Home) * January 27th: Dallas Stars (Away) * January 30th: Arizona Coyotes (Home) * February 3rd: Winnipeg Jets (Home) * February 6th: Edmonton Oilers (Away) * February 8th: Vancouver Canucks (Home) * February 11th: Los Angeles Kings (Away) * February 14th: Anaheim Ducks (Home) * February 21st: Boston Bruins (Home) * February 24th: Pittsburgh Penguins (Away) * February 26th: New Jersey Devils (Away) * March 1st: New York Islanders (Home) * March 4th: New York Rangers (Away) * March 7th: Philadelphia Flyers (Home) * March 10th: Washington Capitals (Away) * March 14th: Pittsburgh Penguins (Home) * March 17th: Carolina Hurricanes (Away) * March 21st: Minnesota Wild (Home) * March 23rd: Calgary Flames (Away) * March 26th: St. Louis Blues (Home) * March 29th: Dallas Stars (Away) * March 31st: Winnipeg Jets (Home) * April 4th: Nashville Predators (Away) * April 7th: Colorado Avalanche (Home) * April 9th: Arizona Coyotes (Away) * April 12th: San Jose Sharks (Home)