The Seattle Kraken is a professional ice hockey team, based in Seattle, Washington. They compete in the NHL as a part of the Pacific Divisional of the Western Conference. The Kraken was founded as the 32nd team of the league and started playing during the 2021–22 season. Owned by the Seattle Hockey Partners, they host their home games at Climate Pledge Arena. Founded in 2018, the Kraken reached the second round of playoffs in 2023 by defeating the Colorado Avalanche in the first round. However, they fell short against the Dallas Stars in the second round. The Seattle Kraken games are broadcasted on the Kraken Hockey Network (KHN). They have minor league affiliates named the Coachella Valley Firebirds (AHL) and the Kansas City Mavericks (ECHL).
Who is the owner of the Seattle Kraken?
The Seattle Kraken is owned by the Seattle Hockey Partners, a group consisting of David Bonderman, Jerry Bruckheimer, and Tod Leiweke. David Bonderman is the main person leading the group and also serves as the chairman of the team. Other members of the group, are Jerry Bruckheimer who is a well-known Hollywood producer, and Tod Leiweke, who serves as the Kraken's CEO.
David Bonderman is an American billionaire businessman who holds a minority stake in the NBA's Boston Celtics. He is a founder of TPG Capital, a large investment firm. Bonderman has expanded his wealth through various businesses and is involved in philanthropy. As of October 5, 2024, his estimated net worth is around $7.1 billion as per Forbes.
Jerry Bruckheimer is another member of the Seattle Hockey Partners. He is an American film and television producer who has produced films like "Pirates of the Caribbean," "Top Gun," and "Bad Boys" franchises. He became co-founder and co-owner of the NHL team Seattle Kraken.
Tod Leiweke is an American sports executive and the president and CEO of the Seattle Kraken. He has a diverse background in sports management, having worked with teams like the Houston Rockets, Seattle Seahawks, and Tampa Bay Lightning.
How much is the value of Seattle Kraken?
The Seattle Kraken was valued at $1.225 billion as of December 2023 as per Forbes. The Seattle Hockey Partners purchased the team in 2018 for $650 million. In the 2022-23 season, the Kraken earned $197 million in revenue, with an operating income of $44 million. Player expenses totaled $84 million, and the team generated $102 million from ticket sales. The Kraken plays in the Climate Pledge Arena, which cost $1.15 billion to build and seats 17,100 fans.
FAQs on Seattle Kraken
A. The Seattle Kraken was valued at $1.225 billion as of December 2023 as per Forbes.
A. The chairman of the Seattle Kraken is David Bonderman. He is also the majority owner of the team
A. The major sponsors of the team are Starbucks, Coors Light, Alaska, Molson Cools, Virginia Mason, and Verizon
A. In the 2022-23 season, the Kraken earned $197 million in revenue.
