National Hockey League rivalries

There have been many rivalries between teams in the National Hockey League (NHL). Rivalries have started up for many different reasons, the most common ones include: the teams being in the same area, knowing each other, violence during the game, and culture related reasons or national pride.

National Hockey League Rivalries Media

The Sabres and Maple Leafs warming up prior to a pre-season exhibition game, September 2007
Players line up prior to game six of the 2008 Eastern Conference Quarterfinals between the Bruins and Canadiens at then-TD Banknorth Garden
The 2014 NHL Winter Classic prior to puck drop. The outdoor game featured the Red Wings and Maple Leafs.
Skaters from the Canadiens and Senators prepare to face off during a pre-season exhibition game, September 2016
A game between the Canadiens and Maple Leafs in March 1938
Rangers forward Sean Avery attempting to screen Devils goaltender Martin Brodeur during game three of the 2008 playoffs
N.Y. Rangers vs. Philadelphia Flyers, Madison Square Garden, January 4, 2007
Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin prepares to take a shot against Flyers goaltender Ray Emery, January 2010
An altercation between the Penguins and the Capitals during game one of the 2009 playoffs
Shawn Thornton of the Bruins and Dan Carcillo of the Flyers fight during the 2010 NHL Winter Classic

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