The 2025-26 NHL regular season begins on Oct. 7. Leading up to the season opener, NHL.com is identifying six things to watch for each team. Today, the Seattle Kraken.

Last season: 35-41-6; seventh in Pacific Division, missed Stanley Cup Playoffs

Coach: Lane Lambert (first season)

Biggest challenge

Under new coach Lane Lambert, the Kraken need to work on keeping the puck out of their net this season. Seattle allowed 262 goals in 2024-25 (3.2 per game); only the San Jose Sharks (310), Chicago Blackhawks (292) and Nashville Predators (274) allowed more in the Western Conference. Seattle signed defenseman Ryan Lindgren to a four-year, $18 million contract on July 1 and hope the 27-year-old can help shore up a blue line already featuring Vince Dunn , Brandon Montour , Adam Larsson

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