First Franchise 50-Point Season
Seattle Kraken 2023–24 season: third NHL season, Winter Classic champions, playoff elimination, and coaching change.
The 2023–24 Seattle Kraken season was the third season for the National Hockey League (NHL) franchise.
Quick Facts
- Franchise
- Seattle Kraken
- Season
- 2021-22 (Inaugural)
- Arena
- Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA
- Division
- Pacific Division, Western Conference
- Milestone
- First season exceeding 50 points
- Franchise status
- Expansion team, 32nd in NHL
Lore & Background
During the season, the Kraken played in the 2024 Winter Classic, winning 3–0 against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Park on January 1, 2024, achieving the first shutout in Winter Classic history. On April 3, the Kraken were eliminated from playoff contention after a 5–2 loss to the Los Angeles Kings. On April 29, following the season, Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol was fired, being replaced by Coachella Valley Firebirds head coach Dan Bylsma on May 28.
Reader's Guide
The Kraken played their home games at Climate Pledge Arena. The preseason schedule was released on June 23, 2023. The regular season schedule was released on June 27, 2023.
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