What Is the NHL Kraken Mascot
The Seattle Kraken mascot is a large, blue, tentacled sea creature representing the NHL expansion team Seattle Kraken. The team chose a kraken, a legendary giant squid, to reflect the Pacific Northwest ocean theme.
Mascot Name and Design
The official mascot is named Buoy, a playful nod to the team’s maritime identity. Buoy features blue and green tentacles, a wide grin, and a hockey stick, matching the Kraken’s color scheme. The design emphasizes movement, energy, and the deep-sea lore of the kraken legend.
Role in Team Identity
Buoy appears at home games, community events, and youth hockey programs to build fan engagement. The mascot supports the Kraken brand alongside the trident logo and team colors. Learn more about the team’s branding and mascot role on the official NHL Kraken page at https://www.nhl.com/kraken.
