The Kraken reached the playoffs in 2022-23, their second season, and defeated the defending Stanley Cup Champion Colorado Avalanche in seven games in the Western Conference First Round before losing to the Dallas Stars in seven games.

The NHL regular season ends April 17. Three teams have clinched playoff berths. Here’s a closer look at the races.

SEATTLE — Brandon Montour scored two of Seattle's four second-period goals and the Kraken pulled away for a 6-2 win over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night. Chandler Stephenson, Oliver ...

The Dallas Stars and Seattle Kraken are set to meet for the second time in three days on Monday in Seattle, after their first meeting was eventful for both.

With 90 seconds left in regulation, Kraken captain Jordan Eberle forced overtime Tuesday night in Calgary, but the Flames' Nazem Kadri then scored a gut-punch goal to win it for the hosts 4-3.

CHICAGO — The Seattle Kraken will play the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday evening. The game at the United Center in Chicago begins at 5:30 p.m. PT.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is another player who greatly benefits from the absences of McDavid and Draisaitl — at least when it comes to shooting the puck. He's recorded at least three shots on goal in each game without the pair of superstars, combining to record 11 in aggregate.

The San Jose Sharks and Chicago Blackhawks are competing for the NHL’s bottom spot to snag a 25.5% chance at the No. 1 draft pick. San Jose holds the last place with challenging fixtures ahead, while Chicago’s tough remaining schedule might keep them near the bottom.