The NHL is one pro sports league that isn't afraid to make bold changes to its landscape.
As the league has added more teams over the past few decades, it has used several different conference alignments and division setups, some of which were less-than-ideal situations for many teams.
In an effort to accommodate the needs and wants of as many clubs as possible, the NHL and NHLPA agreed on a new realignment plan in March that will start in the 2013-14 season. When the league announced the schedule for next year on Friday, fans were able to get a better idea of how realignment is going to impact their favorite team.
Let's examine two likes and dislikes from the new realignment format.
Like: Four Original Six Teams in One Division
The Detroit Red Wings' move to the Eastern Conference puts four Original Six teams in the same division.
Since the Red Wings played in the Western Conference for nearly 20 years, hockey fans in Boston, Montreal and Toronto have been able to attend games against this historic team only once or twice per season. That number will rise ...
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What’s to Love and What’s to Hate About NHL Conference Realignment?
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