NHL games are renowned for their fast-paced and aggressive nature, often resulting in intense brawls and players losing teeth. What began with just six teams has grown exponentially, with the league now boasting 32 teams. The NHL holds an annual draft, with the upcoming 2023 draft set to take place at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. In previous years, the draft has been held at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec and the NHL Network studios in Secaucus, New Jersey.
Before the 2023 draft, let’s delve into some interesting facts about the NHL. It currently consists of 32 teams, with most of them originating from the United States, but seven hailing from Canada, where the league was first established.
The NHL was founded on November 22, 1917, in Montreal, Canada. With only six teams initially, these teams made up what is known as the “Original Six,” comprising the Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers, and Detroit Red Wings. It wasn’t until 1967 that the league expanded to include six more teams.
The Montreal Canadiens hold the record for the most Stanley Cup victories, with an impressive 24 championships. They are also the oldest team in the league. The Toronto Maple Leafs come in second with 13 titles.
One intriguing fact about NHL games is that the hockey pucks are frozen before play begins. Freezing the pucks prevents them from bouncing on the ice, allowing for smoother and faster movement during the game. In fact, the pucks used in the NHL even change color to indicate when they need to be replaced due to rising temperatures.
The Anaheim Ducks, originally named after the team in the Disney movie, “The Mighty Ducks,” have an interesting history. Owned by Disney when first established in 1993, they sported the same jerseys and logo as their fictional counterparts. However, after the team was sold in 2005, its name and colors were changed to the Anaheim Ducks, with an orange color scheme replacing the green and yellow.
As we look forward to the 2023 NHL draft, it’s evident that the league’s rich history and exciting quirks continue to captivate fans and athletes alike.
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