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Apr. 25, 2023 - Seattle Kraken made the Stanley Cup playoffs
4/25/2023 | 1m 15sVideo has Closed Captions
The Seattle Kraken made the Stanley Cup playoffs. Here’s what to know.
New to hockey? As the puck drops on the NHL postseason, we break down the basics — from series rules to lucky beards.
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Apr. 25, 2023 - Seattle Kraken made the Stanley Cup playoffs
4/25/2023 | 1m 15sVideo has Closed Captions
New to hockey? As the puck drops on the NHL postseason, we break down the basics — from series rules to lucky beards.
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The second year is a charm for Seattle's national Hockey team.
The Kraken are in the 2023 playoffs in the Western Conference, qualifying with a wild card spot, an incredible feat for the hockey franchise.
The team's dominance comes after a rocky inaugural first season despite the fanfare in a shiny new arena.
Last year, the team finished their season nearly at the bottom of the standings, but this year is different.
Analysts credit the team's scoring talent, puck possession and much improved teamwork.
In January, the Kraken went on a seven game winning streak on the road making NHL history.
The Kraken usually play well without the home ice advantage and this year 20 of the teams 46 season wins were on the road.
The Stanley Cup is in mid-June.
For now, go Kraken.
I'm Paris Jackson.
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