The Seattle Kraken are taking the show on the road, all the way to Helsinki, Finland, for a pair of NHL Global Series matchups against the Carolina Hurricanes this week. This isn’t just another road trip for the boys; it’s a huge international spotlight for our Emerald City squad, complete with a homecoming for some of their own.
Helsinki Gets the Emerald City Treatment, Finnish Flavor Included
Get ready for an electric atmosphere in Finland’s capital, because these games are a big deal for players on both sides. For our Kraken, Finnish players Kaapo Kakko, Jani Nyman, and Ville Ottavainen are heading back to their home country. Think about that: playing pro hockey for Seattle in front of your home crowd, in Helsinki’s Veikkaus Arena, which holds 13,349 fans and is usually home to Jokerit of Finland’s top league. Talk about a moment!
It’s a huge deal for the Hurricanes too, with star Sebastian Aho, Jesperi Kotkaniemi, and Juuso Valimaki also getting a homecoming. Aho, in his 11th season, even helped Finland grab a bronze medal at the Milan Cortina Olympics. This whole series is going to be packed with national pride, and our Kraken are right in the thick of it.
Don’t Miss a Second: How to Catch All the Action From Veikkaus Arena
You absolutely can’t miss these matchups. The first game is Thursday, November 12, with a 9 a.m. PT puck drop. The second game is Saturday, November 14, starting at 10 a.m. PT. Yes, it’s an early start, but that’s what happens when you’re seven hours behind Helsinki!
To watch all the action, tune into KONG here in the Seattle region. If you’re out of market or want a national broadcast, NHL Network has you covered. And for all you streamers out there, Fubo is carrying both games live, with a free trial available for new subscribers. If you’re old school or just love listening to the game, both matchups will be broadcast live on the SiriusXM app and on channel 91.
After their European adventure, the Kraken are back on home ice at Climate Pledge Arena on November 19 to face off against the Canucks at 9:40 p.m. PT. Then they hit the road to play the Sharks on November 21 at 10 p.m. PT, before returning home to host the Ducks on November 23 at 9:40 p.m. PT and the Blackhawks on November 25 at 9:40 p.m. PT. Let’s make sure we show them that famous Emerald City roar when they get back!
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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