Carolina Hurricanes vs Seattle Kraken, Nov. 12, 2026
Carolina Hurricanes9-2-2, 20 pts- 11:00 AMCT
- 10:00 AMMT
- 9:00 AMPT
Seattle Kraken7-4-1, 15 ptsThe Carolina Hurricanes visit the Seattle Kraken on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026. Puck drop is 12:00 PM ET on CARNHL. The Hurricanes arrive at 9-2-2 and the Kraken at 7-4-1. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 12 | CARNHL | Scheduled |
Hurricanes vs Kraken Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Kraken play at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle.
| Matchup | Carolina Hurricanes at Seattle Kraken |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 12:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | CARNHL |
| Venue | Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle |
| Home team | Seattle Kraken (Seattle, United States) |
| Away team | Carolina Hurricanes |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Hurricanes vs Kraken Start?
The Hurricanes vs Kraken start time is 12:00 PM ET on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026. That is 11:00 AM Central, 10:00 AM Mountain and 9:00 AM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 12:00 PM | Carolina |
| Central (CT) | 11:00 AM | |
| Mountain (MT) | 10:00 AM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 9:00 AM | Seattle |
| Atlantic (AT) | 1:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 1:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Hurricanes vs Kraken
Carolina Hurricanes at Seattle Kraken is on CARNHL, with puck drop at 12:00 PM ET.
National NHL games in the United States air on ESPN, ABC, TNT, truTV and ESPN+. Games outside those windows go to the regional networks for the Seattle and Carolina markets.
Hurricanes vs Kraken in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Hurricanes and the Kraken meet twice in 2026-27. None of the games has been played yet; this is the season series in full.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 12 | CARNHL | Scheduled | ||
| Sat, Nov 14 | Seattle KrakenSEACarolina HurricanesCAR | CARNHL | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Hurricanes and Kraken
The Hurricanes are 9-2-2, 1st in the Metropolitan Division with 20 points and a last-10 record of 8-1-1. The Kraken are 7-4-1, 3rd in the Pacific with 15 points and 6-3-1 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 9-2-2 | 20 | 2-1-1 | 7-1-1 | 51 | 33 | W1 | 8-1-1 | WOTWLW | |
| 12 | 7-4-1 | 15 | 3-2-0 | 4-2-1 | 45 | 42 | L1 | 6-3-1 | LWWLOT |
Next Game for the Hurricanes and the Kraken
Carolina Hurricanes
The Hurricanes next play vs Seattle Kraken on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET on CARNHL.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 14 | Seattle KrakenSEACarolina HurricanesCAR | CARNHL | Scheduled |
Seattle Kraken
The Kraken next play at Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET on CARNHL.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 14 | Seattle KrakenSEACarolina HurricanesCAR | CARNHL | Scheduled |
FAQ About Hurricanes vs Kraken
What time is Hurricanes vs Kraken on Nov. 12?
12:00 PM ET (11:00 AM CT, 10:00 AM MT, 9:00 AM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Hurricanes vs Kraken on?
The game is on CARNHL. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Hurricanes vs Kraken being played?
At Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, home of the Seattle Kraken. The Carolina Hurricanes are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Hurricanes or the Kraken?
The Hurricanes. They are 9-2-2 with 20 points, against 7-4-1 and 15 points for the Kraken.
How many times do the Hurricanes and Kraken play in 2026-27?
Twice. None has been played yet.
Does Hurricanes vs Kraken count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
What time does Hurricanes vs Kraken end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 2:30 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Hurricanes vs Kraken on national TV?
No. CARNHL is a regional broadcast, shown in the Seattle and Carolina markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)