Release the Kraken Mascot Already!
Jonathan West
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Davy Jones
This one is definitely a fan favorite and another possibility through high seas legends and Jerry Bruckheimer’s hit movie series “Pirates of the Caribbean.” The nautical theme checks out with a pirate’s booty full of one-liners. And the Kraken game experience so far swims in the sea of pop culture. But then the question must be asked: would it be a real-life person or suited character?
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But Davy and his locker is not a unique character, and it’s the least family-friendly mascot on this shortlist alone. Also, it may be best to stay away from overused items or expressions to keep content fresh. “Release the Kraken” is already a nightly phrase during hockey in the Greenhouse.
The Starbucks Siren
Again, I do love Zoidberg, but this would be my choice for the Seattle Kraken mascot. And I didn’t even think about it until late 2021 when I was in the Kraken Community Iceplex. While passing by the Starbucks store on the second level, a sign said, “Join us and the Starbucks siren.” And it’s truly the perfect mascot for this team.
Mrs. Met is the only female mascot in the entirety of men’s professional sports. Going in this direction would be another way the Seattle NHL team is trailblazing the game. Whether she’s a real-life or costumed character, the Siren is a strong female sea legend, just like the Kraken. And Starbucks is all over team sponsorships. So this also covers the local coffee-lover angle. But again it is a slight reminder of Howard Schultz…
Whatever decision Kraken management makes about this big face of this modern franchise, it needs to happen now. Arguments can be made about having the mascot available as early as the July Expansion Draft.
Fans have been well conditioned during the COVID era to expect more safeguards in their human interactions. I really hope to see the new mascot, along with legendary Bailey from the Kings on Saturday night. This first season is half-over on January 24th. ⚓