Assessing the possibility of the Kraken rising to the Top of the Pacific Division in 2024-25
The Seattle Kraken have yet to surpass fourth place in the Pacific Division, but they're not to be counted out. With promising new additions and a fresh head coach, the 2024-25 season could be their breakthrough year.
The Pacific Division is dominated by powerhouses like Edmonton and Vancouver, with Los Angeles making strides of their own. Seattle currently sits in the middle tier with Calgary and Vegas, while San Jose and Anaheim are out of the playoff picture.
The Kraken have bolstered their roster with key signings. Brandon Montour is set to strengthen a defense that struggled last season, aiding goaltenders Joey Daccord and Philip Grubauer. Chandler Stephenson, a potential 60-point scorer, will provide a significant boost to one of the league's weakest offenses.
The Path to Success
To climb out of the Pacific Division's depths, the Kraken need a flawless team effort across all areas. With Dan Bylsma at the helm-who previously led the Pittsburgh Penguins to the top of the Metropolitan Division in 2012-13-the team has the leadership and talent required to achieve their goals.
