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The Seattle Kraken and ROOT SPORTS Announce TV Rights Partnership; John Forslund Named Team Broadcaster

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
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Additionally, the Seattle Kraken have introduced current NHL on NBC play-by-play announcer, John Forslund, as the team broadcaster to call all television broadcasts on ROOT SPORTS.

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  • Additionally, the Seattle Kraken have introduced current NHL on NBC play-by-play announcer, John Forslund, as the team broadcaster to call all television broadcasts on ROOT SPORTS.
  • "Our partnership with ROOT SPORTS gives our fans around the Pacific Northwest a home that is already familiar to them," said Tod Leiweke, CEO of the Seattle Kraken.
  • John Forslund joins the Seattle Kraken after previously serving in broadcast roles for the Carolina Hurricanes/Hartford Whalers.
  • The Seattle Kraken will begin their inaugural season in 2021 at Climate Pledge Arena on the campus of Seattle Center.

PitchBook Named Partner of the Seattle Kraken and Climate Pledge Arena

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Thursday, August 6, 2020
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"We are excited to welcome PitchBook to the Seattle Kraken family," said Tod Leiweke, CEO of the Seattle Kraken.

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  • "We are excited to welcome PitchBook to the Seattle Kraken family," said Tod Leiweke, CEO of the Seattle Kraken.
  • As suite level sponsor of the new arena, PitchBook will partner with OVG and the Seattle Kraken to reinvent the premium hospitality experience within The PitchBook Suites.
  • PitchBook will continue to work closely with OVG, the Seattle Kraken and Climate Pledge Arena to elevate the premium experience at all events and further advance the arena's vision.
  • PitchBook is committed to becoming a true partner of the Seattle Kraken and Climate Pledge Arena by creating premium client and fan experiences and supporting the growth of the franchise."

Kraken On Ice: Kraken Rum Announces Official Partnership with NHL's Newest Team, Seattle Kraken

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Friday, July 31, 2020
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Today, The Kraken Black Spiced Rum announces its partnership with the NHL's Seattle Kraken, to become the Official Rum of the league's newest hockey team.

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  • Today, The Kraken Black Spiced Rum announces its partnership with the NHL's Seattle Kraken, to become the Official Rum of the league's newest hockey team.
  • "The bold and distinctive brand of The Kraken Rum perfectly captures our spirit and resolve", said Tod Leiweke, CEO of the Seattle Kraken.
  • "The Kraken Rum toasts the city of Seattle as we celebrate its newly established team, and us becoming the Official Rum of the Climate Pledge Arena and the Seattle Kraken," said Mike Keyes, President & CEO of Proximo Spirits.
  • AS IT IS TOLD, The Kraken Black Spiced Rum is an imported rum from the Caribbean blended with secret spices.

NHL Seattle Announces Assistant General Manager

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Tuesday, September 3, 2019
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SEATTLE, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Seattle Hockey Partners LLC ("NHL Seattle") today announces the hiring of Ricky Olczyk as its assistant general manager, effective immediately.

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  • SEATTLE, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Seattle Hockey Partners LLC ("NHL Seattle") today announces the hiring of Ricky Olczyk as its assistant general manager, effective immediately.
  • He previously spent four seasons with the Carolina Hurricanes as an assistant general manager alongside NHL Seattle General Manager Ron Francis.
  • Prior to joining the Hurricanes, he was assistant general manager with the Edmonton Oilers over six seasons.
  • "Ricky is respected throughout the league and we're excited to welcome him to NHL Seattle," said Tod Leiweke, CEO of NHL Seattle.