Seattle Kraken left wing André Burakovsky skates with the puck during the Nov. 5 game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Photo: Jeanine Leech/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
The Seattle Kraken are ranked second in Pacific Division Hockey, only behind the Las Vegas Golden Knights.
Flashback: That's an upgrade from last year when the team finished 30th in its debut season, or even earlier this year when it ranked in the middle of the pack.
Our thought bubble: Is the young team just getting its sea legs or has it been lifted by the energy of:
- An epic battle song by Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer?
- A name of mythical proportions?
- A fetching mascot?
What's next: Tickets are still available to see the Kraken play the Nashville Predators tonight at the Climate Pledge Arena. The next home game will be Friday against the Minnesota Wild.
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