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From Novice to Superfan: How to Become a Professional Hockey Fan

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Hockey is a fast-paced, exciting sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. If you're new to hockey, or just want to learn more about the game, this article is for you. We'll cover everything from the basics of the game to the different leagues and teams. By the end of this article, you'll be a bonafide hockey fan.

This Team Is Ruining My Life (But I Love Them): How I Became a Professional Hockey Fan

by Steve “Dangle” Glynn

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The Basics of Hockey

Hockey is a team sport played on ice with a puck. The object of the game is to score more goals than the other team by shooting the puck into the net. Each team has six players on the ice at a time, and the game is played in three periods, each of which is 20 minutes long.

The basic rules of hockey are as follows:

Players can only use their sticks to move the puck.
Players can't hit each other with their sticks or bodies.
The puck must stay on the ice at all times.
The team that scores the most goals wins the game.

The Different Leagues and Teams

There are several different hockey leagues around the world, the most popular of which is the National Hockey League (NHL). The NHL is made up of 31 teams, divided into two conferences: the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference. Each conference is further divided into two divisions: the Metropolitan Division and the Atlantic Division in the East, and the Central Division and the Pacific Division in the West.

Some of the most popular NHL teams include the Boston Bruins, the New York Rangers, the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Montreal Canadiens, and the Los Angeles Kings.

How to Become a Hockey Fan

The best way to become a hockey fan is to start watching games. You can watch games on TV, online, or at your local arena. Once you start watching games, you'll start to learn the rules of the game and the different players and teams. You can also read about hockey online or in magazines. There are also many hockey podcasts that you can listen to.

Once you've learned the basics of the game, you can start to pick a team to root for. You can choose a team based on your location, your favorite players, or your favorite colors. Once you have a team, you can start to follow them on social media and attend their games.

Hockey is a great sport to watch and follow. It's fast-paced, exciting, and there's always something happening. If you're new to hockey, I encourage you to give it a try. You might just find yourself a new favorite sport.

This Team Is Ruining My Life (But I Love Them): How I Became a Professional Hockey Fan

by Steve “Dangle” Glynn

4.8 out of 5