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Release the Kraken: Seattle unveils long-awaited name of their new NHL franchise

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        1. kari
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          But you could make a similar argument for Arizona. AFAIK the location of their arena sucks

          But you could make a similar argument for Arizona. AFAIK the location of their arena sucks

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  2. PendingKetchup
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    I've read the headline as "Release the Karen" twice now.

    I've read the headline as "Release the Karen" twice now.

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  3. Micycle_the_Bichael
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    About as excited for this team as I can be. I was very excited to see the Knights come in and they didn't disappoint. Really like the look and vibe that Seattle is already bringing. Depending on...

    About as excited for this team as I can be. I was very excited to see the Knights come in and they didn't disappoint. Really like the look and vibe that Seattle is already bringing. Depending on what players they grab from what teams I could easily see myself rooting for Seattle as a second favorite team and picking up one of those sweet sweaters. I really like how the NHL brings in new teams. While I find it insanely stressful trying to guess what player's my favorite team will protect and who will get picked up by Seattle, I think that long-term it is a really good move by the NHL to set teams up to have a successful inaugural season. The first few seasons are where people are going to either buy in on your team or not. I like that the NHL seems to know this and gives teams a chance to start off with a playoff-caliber team. Depending on the state of the world next year, I really hope I get to fly out there and visit some family and take in a game.

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  4. rosco
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    Man, as excited as I am for the expansion team, that primary logo... oof. I love the name Kraken, what an amazing choice and there are so many amazing options out there with a really cursory...

    Man, as excited as I am for the expansion team, that primary logo... oof. I love the name Kraken, what an amazing choice and there are so many amazing options out there with a really cursory google. I get the clever, subtle nod in the design but I think something a bit closer to the SJ Sharks could have been great.

    In any case, super excited to see how the draft and first season goes!