Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer pres. by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

Throughout the month of November, the Seattle Kraken join the NHL to support cancer patients and survivors in recognition of the Hockey Fights Cancer Campaign. Year-round, in partnership with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, the Seattle Kraken promote early detection as a preventative measure to save lives.

ORGANIZATIONS TO SUPPORT

 

Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer Fund

Join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health and the Seattle Kraken in the fight against cancer. Early detection is key for better treatment options and outcomes.

Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer Gear

Shop Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer merch at the team store and online year-round.

Come to our game on 11/15 as we unite in strength and solidarity for Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer Night. Here are a few highlights to expect from the night:

🎗️ VMFH Table @ Modelo Cantina (Sections 7/8) 🎗️

Stop by to ring The Bell in celebration of cancer survivors, take a photo at our lavender KHFC backdrop, grab temporary tattoos and knitted gloves, and fill out an “I Fight For” card to join our in-game tribute.

🩺 Cancer Screening — NW Concourse (Section 17) 🩺

Men 40 and older can receive a free prostate cancer screening from Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.

Walk-ups welcome through the first intermission.

🖊️ Giant “I Fight For” Card — NE Concourse 🖊️

Add your message to our giant “I Fight For” card — a shared symbol of hope and strength.

🧢 Beanies on Every Seat 🧢

Each fan will receive a lavender KHFC beanie, creating a powerful sea of support across the arena.

⭐ VIP (Very Important Patient): Ray ⭐

We’ll honor Ray, this year’s Very Important Patient, whose courage and story embody what this night represents.

IN THE COMMUNITY

 

Go Figurine: ‘Sasquatch-ing' Cancer

Facing a difficult diagnosis himself, Ray George has “a different view on the whole thing,” inspiring him to cheer up patients and staff at VMFH cancer institute. Famed Sasquatch is involved

Hockey Fights Cancer: Brotherly Love and Support

NHL Seattle assistant GM Ricky Olczyk did his research to bolster sibling and NHL announcer Eddie during a cancer diagnosis and treatment

Hockey Fights Cancer: A Sense of 'Self'

Living with stage IV colon cancer, hockey fan Julie Self heals with humor-and a mission to urge adults under 50 to get screened sooner rather than later

Giving Voice to Cancer Month

Kraken and Founding Partner Virginia Mason Franciscan Health joined forces in November for a 'Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer' effort worth singing home about - and lots more to support research

Caring Culture

November marks the 21st year that the NHL has raised funds and awareness with its Hockey Fights Cancer campaign

Hockey Fights Cancer: Back on the Ice

Enduring 30 rounds of chemotherapy and six surgeries, Bretton Chitwood's determination to play hockey again fueled both him and his mother

Sticking to It

The NHL's "Hockey Fights Cancer" month has faced challenges this November, but local youth hockey players have represented for the cause

Working The Screen At Kraken Game To Save Lives  

A blood draw clinic at Climate Pledge Arena to screen for prostate cancer during Kraken home game against Nashville is part of Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer, pres. by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

Portrait of a Fan-Hero

Get to know Nadia Popovici, soon-to-be medical school student and Kraken fan, who put her budding health-care skills to ultimate good for Canucks staffer Red Hamilton