I get my ass kicked in the NHL betting-wise because there is so much damn parity. But, I can see that the hustle and energy is brought every night from both teams contrary to the NBA league. These players should be taking it as a privilege to show off their skills for the whole world today, but they are laughing in our faces for buying into their product.
i like ncaa more then nba, but i still like nba.
nhl to me is irrelevant like ive stated numerous times. plenty of stats that would back me up, but not going to waste my time.
and why do people always compare the two leagues together: nhl and nba.
realistically, the more comparable leagues would be nhl and mls, and nba compared to mlb.
nhl to me is irrelevant like ive stated numerous times. plenty of stats that would back me up, but not going to waste my time.
and why do people always compare the two leagues together: nhl and nba.
realistically, the more comparable leagues would be nhl and mls, and nba compared to mlb.
that still doesnt answer the question gatecity.
why do people try to compare the 2 leagues, nhl and nba together.
one league is watched all over the world, the other is a cult league. one has global superstars, the other has nobodies. one has major tv deals with espn, tnt, abc, the other is on something called versus.
the similar leagues for comparison would be nba and mlb based on reputation, worldwide following, and big names. none of these leagues come close to the nfl.
nhl would be the cult sport like mls, with similar ratings and fan following. more people know who landon donovan is then sidney crosby. that should tell you enough.
why do people try to compare the 2 leagues, nhl and nba together.
one league is watched all over the world, the other is a cult league. one has global superstars, the other has nobodies. one has major tv deals with espn, tnt, abc, the other is on something called versus.
the similar leagues for comparison would be nba and mlb based on reputation, worldwide following, and big names. none of these leagues come close to the nfl.
nhl would be the cult sport like mls, with similar ratings and fan following. more people know who landon donovan is then sidney crosby. that should tell you enough.
Hockey is obviously more popular outside of the US. Notice how soccer isn't broadcast on ESPN or ABC but it's extremely popular? You need to think more before you post. The NBA is more popular in America but it's not huge over the NHL. Here are last year's ratings for NHL and NBA for teams that have both.
Atlanta
1.5: NBA, Hawks (SportSouth, 17 games)
1.3: NBA, Hawks (FS South, 15 games)
0.2: NHL, Thrashers (SportSouth)
Boston
3.7: NBA, Celtics (CSN New England)
2.2: NHL, Bruins (NESN)
Chicago
2.6: NBA, Bulls (CSN Chicago, 32 games)
1.9: NBA, Bulls (CSN Chicago+, 1 game)
1.1: NHL, Blackhawks (CSN Chicago)
Dallas
1.2: NBA, Mavericks (FS Dallas)
0.5: NHL, Stars (FS Southwest)
Denver
2.2: NBA, Nuggets (Altitude, 32 games)
1.7: NHL, Avalanche (Altitude)
1.4: NBA, Nuggets (Altitude2, 4 games)
Detroit
3.9: NBA, Pistons (FS Detroit, 29 games)
3.7: NHL, Red Wings (FS Detroit)
1.2: NBA, Pistons (FS Detroit+, 4 games)
Miami
2.2: NBA, Heat (Sun Sports)
0.2: NHL, Panthers (FS Florida)
Los Angeles
4.2: NBA, Lakers (FS West)
0.6: NBA, Clippers (FS West, 6 games)
0.5: NBA, Clippers (FS Prime, 15 games)
0.4: NHL, Kings (FS West)
0.3: NHL, Ducks (FS Prime Ticket)
Minneapolis
2.2: NHL, Wild (FS North)
1.1: NBA, Timberwolves (FS North)
New York
1.2: NBA, Knicks (MSG)
1.0: NHL, Rangers (MSG)
0.6: NBA, Nets (YES)
0.4: NHL, Devils (MSG+)
0.2: NHL, Islanders (MSG+)
Philadelphia
2.2: NHL, Flyers (CSN Philadelphia)
1.5: NBA, 76ers (CSN Philadelphia, 32 games)
1.0: NBA, 76ers (CN8, 1 game)
Phoenix
3.4: NBA, Suns (FS Arizona)
0.5: NHL, Coyotes (FS Arizona)
SJ/SF/Oakland
1.5: NBA, Warriors (CSN Bay Area, 33 games)
1.3: NHL, Sharks (CSN Bay Area)
1.0: NBA, Warriors (CSN Bay Area+, 1 game)
Washington
1.2: NHL, Capitals (CSN Mid-Atlantic)
1.1: NBA, Wizards (CSN Mid-Atlantic, 25 games)
0.6: NBA, Wizards (CSN Mid-Atlantic+, 7 games)
