🥊Rivalries like the Battle of Alberta see double or triple the fights per game compared to regular matchups.
⚔️Intense rivalries lead to higher goal scoring, with the Battle of Alberta reaching a peak of 8.6 goals per game.
📈Battle of Alberta games have higher viewer interest, with some matchups surpassing 1 million views.
🏒Increasing rivalry games and improving marketing strategies can help grow the game and attract more viewers.
🌍NHL should consider scheduling rivalry games at viewer-friendly times and reducing blackout restrictions.