Kraken extend coach Dave Hakstol's contract through 2025-26 season

The Seattle Kraken have extended head coach Dave Hakstol's contract through the 2025-26 season.
Hakstol led the Kraken to their first playoff berth in 2022-23 with a 40-point improvement from their inaugural season.
The Kraken had a successful 2022-23 season, exceeding expectations and making a first-round playoff upset.
Hakstol was a finalist for the Jack Adams Award for NHL coach of the year in 2022-23.
Financial terms of Hakstol's contract extension were not disclosed by the Kraken.