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Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Seattle Kraken
Nationwide Arena in ColumbusThu, Dec 17, 2026 · 07:00 PM
Overview
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CBJ VS. SEATTLE KRAKEN is a Sports / Hockey / NHL event at Nationwide Arena in Columbus.
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The Columbus Blue Jackets host the Seattle Kraken in an NHL regular-season matchup in Columbus. Fans can expect a fast-paced game between two teams from different conferences, with the Kraken visiting Ohio for a rare encounter.
The Seattle Kraken, who entered the NHL in 2021, made history in their second season by winning all seven games of a road trip and clinching their first playoff berth. They upset the defending champion Colorado Avalanche in the first round before falling to the Dallas Stars in the second round.
This game offers a chance to see the Kraken's competitive spirit as they face the Blue Jackets, providing an exciting evening of professional hockey.
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Frequently asked questions
Which teams are playing?
Columbus Blue Jackets vs Seattle Kraken.
What is notable about the Seattle Kraken?
They became the first team in NHL history to win all seven games of a road trip in January 2023, and clinched their first playoff berth that season.
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Columbus Blue Jackets
The Columbus Blue Jackets are a professional ice hockey team based in Columbus, Ohio. The Blue Jackets compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Metropolitan Division in the Eastern Conference. The franchise began play as an expansion team in 2000.
Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken are a professional ice hockey team based in Seattle. The Kraken compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Pacific Division in the Western Conference.
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Nationwide Arena in Columbus
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Nationwide Arena in Columbus
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