Seattle Kraken officially become 32nd NHL team after final $650m payment
by Guardian sport and agencies from on (#5H9T3)
- Kraken make final payment, officially become 32nd NHL team
- Seattle club will build roster through 21 July expansion draft
The Seattle Kraken are free to make trades and sign players after making their final expansion payment to the National Hockey League.
Seattle owners paid $650m (470m) to become the NHL's 32nd franchise. The Kraken begin play next season.
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