May 29 2008
The only way to make hockey interesting…
Photo courtesy of sportslogos.net
Did you guys know that the US has hockey? Actually, over 80 percent of NHL franchises are in North America. Amazing, right? Just in case you didn’t notice, I’m trying to drum up some support for this blog post about hockey. I could care just as little as you do.
Nonetheless, the NHL has recently introduced outdoor games as a way to increase interest for hockey games. Still not interested? Well, this time you should be. I’m the guy who always goes to the games just for the fights, but I’m definitely interested in catching a Blackhawks game at Wrigley Field - especially if it’s versus Detroit!
I’d consider lining up to buy tickets ahead of time - probably the only hockey game I’d be even remotely interested in seeing. And judging from this review of the Sabres vs. Penguins game this past year, it could be very lucrative, apart from popular. How’s that for innovation?
Good work, NHL.
