NHL Expansion Heats Up: Seattle Kraken Join the Ranks In a bid to continue its upward trajectory, the National Hockey League is set to welcome another new addition to its roster. The Seattle Kraken, the league's 32nd team, will officially join the NHL fold, marking a significant milestone in the league's growth. The expansion comes on the heels of the Vegas Golden Knights' successful debut in 2017-18, which demonstrated the NHL's commitment to expanding its reach and fan base. As the league continues to grow, hockey enthusiasts can expect to see more exciting matchups and increased competition, but also new challenges for the existing teams to adapt to this changing landscape.

For any professional sports league, growth is crucial. The NHL has shown that they know this by adding the Vegas Golden Knights in 2017-18 and the Seattle Kraken for the…