The Seattle Kraken and Carolina Hurricanes are facing off in Helsinki on Saturday evening in the second game of the NHL Global Series Finland.
The regular-season game began at 1 p.m. Eastern time at Veikkaus Arena, or 8 p.m. local time in Finland.
This live Kraken vs Hurricanes update follows the teams’ first meeting in Finland, when Carolina opened the two-game set with a 4-1 victory on Thursday.
The Hurricanes are seeking a sweep, while Seattle is trying to split the international series.
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Kraken vs Hurricanes live from Helsinki
The game is being played at neutral ice in Helsinki as part of the NHL’s 2026 Global Series.
NHL records list Seattle as the visiting team and Carolina as the home team for the November 14 contest.
Because the game is underway at the newsroom’s publication time, the final score and decisive scoring plays are not yet confirmed in this report.
A completed result will be added after the final whistle and official game information is available.
What happened in the first game
Sebastian Aho scored twice in his home country as Carolina defeated Seattle 4-1 in the opening game on November 12.
Nikolaj Ehlers and Juuso Välimäki also scored for the Hurricanes, while Frederick Gaudreau recorded Seattle’s lone goal.
The first game carried added significance for Aho, a native of Rauma, Finland.
His two goals moved him into sole possession of fourth place among Finnish-born NHL goal scorers, according to the Hurricanes’ official game preview.
Carolina goaltender Brandon Bussi stopped 12 of 13 shots in the opening contest, while Seattle’s Philipp Grubauer made 26 saves.
The Kraken’s defeat was their third loss in four games entering Saturday’s rematch.
Team records and projected lineups
Carolina entered the game with a 15-3-2 record and 32 points, first in the Metropolitan Division.
Seattle came in at 9-7-1 with 19 points, fourth in the Pacific Division.
The projected Seattle lineup included Bobby McMann, Matty Beniers and Jordan Eberle on the top line, with Kaapo Kakko, Berkly Catton and Mackie Samoskevich also expected to play.
Joey Daccord and Philipp Grubauer were listed as the Kraken’s goaltending options.
Carolina’s projected top line featured William Carrier, Aho and Andrei Svechnikov.
Pyotr Kochetkov and Bussi were listed as the Hurricanes’ goaltenders, while captain Jordan Staal was a possible return after missing time with a calf injury.
How to watch the Kraken vs Hurricanes game
- Location: Veikkaus Arena in Helsinki, Finland
- Puck drop: 1 p.m. ET, 8 p.m. EET
- North American coverage: NHL Network and participating team and regional broadcasters
- Series format: Two regular-season NHL games in Helsinki on November 12 and 14
The two-game Finland visit is part of the NHL’s wider international schedule.
The league has described the 2026 Global Series as its return to Helsinki, with the Kraken making their regular-season debut outside North America during the event.
What comes next
After Saturday’s game, both teams are scheduled to return to North American competition following the Helsinki trip.
Carolina’s next listed game is against Montreal on November 19, while Seattle’s next schedule will determine how quickly the Kraken resume their Pacific Division push after the international break.
The completed score, scoring summary, shots and updated records will determine whether Carolina leaves Finland with a sweep or Seattle returns from the Global Series with a split.
The first game’s official recap is part of the available game information.
The game information will be updated after the final whistle.
The official recap confirmed Carolina’s 4-1 victory in the opening contest.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Kraken vs Hurricanes game start?
The second NHL Global Series Finland game began at 1 p.m. Eastern time on Saturday, November 14, 2026, which was 8 p.m. local time in Helsinki.
Where are the Kraken and Hurricanes playing?
The game is being played at Veikkaus Arena in Helsinki, Finland.
Who won the first Kraken vs Hurricanes game in Finland?
The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Seattle Kraken 4-1 on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
How can fans watch the Kraken vs Hurricanes game?
The game is listed for NHL Network and participating team and regional broadcasters, including the announced Hurricanes and Kraken coverage outlets.
Why are the Kraken and Hurricanes playing in Finland?
The teams are taking part in the NHL’s 2026 Global Series, which features two regular-season games in Helsinki on November 12 and 14.
Fact-Checked: Temporal review confirmed that the second game is on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 1 p.m. ET and 8 p.m. EET. The article’s reference to Saturday afternoon in Helsinki was corrected to Saturday evening. ([nhl.com](https://www.nhl.com/events/international/2026-27/finland?utm_source=openai))
Disclaimer: This live report may change as official scoring, statistics and the final result become available.