Seattle Kraken: 5 Must Watch Games in 2022-23
Nov. 23, 2022, vs. San Jose Sharks
There were several teams that Seattle struggled with in their first season, but not against the Sharks. They played like superstars every time the teams faced each other. The four games against these division rivals were tight; Seattle had a 3-1 record, their best numbers against anyone.
Once upon a time, in 1992, San Jose was an expansion team. Like the Kraken, they struggled initially. Over time, the Sharks built rivalries and the Kraken will do the same.
Geographically, San Jose is the closest American-based NHL team to Seattle. So even though there has been much fanfare about games with the Vancouver Canucks, the Sharks are also one of their authentic rivals.
Oct. 27, 2022, vs. Vancouver Canucks
In their first season, the Kraken did not pick up a win against 12 NHL teams. Their worst performances were against Vegas and Calgary. However, considering the short distance between the two hockey markets, going winless against their Pacific Northwest rivals stung more than the rest.
The Canucks gobbled up their new rival in four contests, outscoring them 19-8. Round one went to Vancouver. But that’s okay because one day, Seattle will turn the tide and find its way back into the matchup,
A new journey begins with a single step. When the Seattle Kraken secure their first win against Vancouver, it will count much more than just another point in the win column.
Jordan Eberle scores a power-play goal against the Vancouver Canucks to make it 3-1 #VANvsSEA #Canucks #SeaKraken pic.twitter.com/OtqUXES0LI
— nopClips (@nopClips) April 27, 2022
For those Seattle Kraken fans who have been supportive since day one, what games are you looking forward to this year? Do you agree with our list? Let us know in the comments.