I think the ratings for the Final will be the lowest in a while no matter who gets there at this point. Unless the conference final rounds are amazing, I don't expect much for ratings in the Final.
Given that LA/NY are two of the biggest media markets in the world, I think the NHL would be very happy with an LA/NY final.
If the Rangers don't make it to the finals, we could have the worst ratings for a finals in a very, very long time, if not the worst ratings ever.
Simply put, nobody cares about Phoenix, Los Angeles or New Jersey. All three are "nothing" teams, and nobody outside of their hometowns cares about them. They play boring hockey. Hell, at this point, the playoffs can only be negative for the game. Soccer on ice? Eww. No thanks.
If the Rangers don't make it to the finals, we could have the worst ratings for a finals in a very, very long time, if not the worst ratings ever.
Simply put, nobody cares about Phoenix, Los Angeles or New Jersey. All three are "nothing" teams, and nobody outside of their hometowns cares about them. They play boring hockey. Hell, at this point, the playoffs can only be negative for the game. Soccer on ice? Eww. No thanks.
Kind of lame that you're Canadian and seem to know nothing about Hockey...Have you even watched a game this season
Kind of lame that you're Canadian and seem to know nothing about Hockey...Have you even watched a game this season
You're a funny one!
I know a lot about hockey. I'd say that I know more about the game than 99% of people. I've watched this game excessively for as long as I can remember. I've spent countless hours learning about player development, coaching styles, all the rules, the CBA, etc, etc.
The fact is, New Jersey had a following in the early 2000's and late 1990's, but that has long died out. Phoenix and Los Angeles have two of the lowest followings in the league, and Jersey isn't far behind.
This is BAD for the sport. What hockey needed was the opposite of what happened. A Nashville vs Philadelphia final would have been fantastic. The Predators have grown to have a fairly strong following, especially with most Thrashers fans having moved to the Preds. Philadelphia is one of the most popular teams in the league.
Ideally, though, the BEST finals for the league would be Toronto or Montreal vs Vancouver or Edmonton.
Los Angeles is a nothing team. Nobody outside of Los Angeles gives a damn about them. Honestly? I don't think most people would even notice if they disappeared.
Simple fact. The Kings are one of the most irrelevant franchises in pro sports.
1. jealousy
2. anger (for various reasons, most likely favorite team is no longer relevant this season)
3. America doesn't like us anymore / when will Canada win another Cup?
Or combination of the 3
ps: and don't worry CN, America still likes Canada. We really, really do. You're still our favorite neighbor.
I know a lot about hockey. I'd say that I know more about the game than 99% of people. I've watched this game excessively for as long as I can remember. I've spent countless hours learning about player development, coaching styles, all the rules, the CBA, etc, etc.
The fact is, New Jersey had a following in the early 2000's and late 1990's, but that has long died out. Phoenix and Los Angeles have two of the lowest followings in the league, and Jersey isn't far behind.
This is BAD for the sport. What hockey needed was the opposite of what happened. A Nashville vs Philadelphia final would have been fantastic. The Predators have grown to have a fairly strong following, especially with most Thrashers fans having moved to the Preds. Philadelphia is one of the most popular teams in the league.
Ideally, though, the BEST finals for the league would be Toronto or Montreal vs Vancouver or Edmonton.
You're an expert so i wont go through the hassle of pulling information up you already "know" but go back and review the attendance numbers for at least Los Angeles and you'll see the LA has had strong attendance since the early 90's thus you never hear talks about LA moving. LA has Strong ownership because their a profitable organization due to a strong loyal fan base.
Los Angeles is a nothing team. Nobody outside of Los Angeles gives a damn about them. Honestly? I don't think most people would even notice if they disappeared.
Simple fact. The Kings are one of the most irrelevant franchises in pro sports.
Talking about irrelevancy and nobody outside the area caring about a team while sporting a ****ing Oil Kings avatar... brilliant.
Los Angeles is a nothing team. Nobody outside of Los Angeles gives a damn about them. Honestly? I don't think most people would even notice if they disappeared.
Simple fact. The Kings are one of the most irrelevant franchises in pro sports.
Los Angeles is a nothing team. Nobody outside of Los Angeles gives a damn about them. Honestly? I don't think most people would even notice if they disappeared.
Simple fact. The Kings are one of the most irrelevant franchises in pro sports.
You're an expert so i wont go through the hassle of pulling information up you already "know" but go back and review the attendance numbers for at least Los Angeles and you'll see the LA has had strong attendance since the early 90's thus you never hear talks about LA moving. LA has Strong ownership because their a profitable organization due to a strong loyal fan base.
He was talking about the interest of the teams outside of where they are hosted. LA is a huge city, the question is if there will be good enough TV ratings inside of LA to cover up for the lack of outside of it.
LA-NJ, LA-NYR would be a great final for both the league and NBC.
Everyone thinking LA has no fan base is just ignorant. LA County has close to TEN MILLION people living here. Combine that with nearby counties of Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino, etc... the population here is massive. You can add in fans (and haters) from Orange County and San Diego. Even if a small PERCENTAGE of people follow hockey compared to say, Winnipeg or Edmonton or Calgary or Ottawa, the actual number of people is still going to be huge.
The same goes for New Jersey. Huge population # to draw fans from (and root against).
In fact, I'm willing to bet there are more hockey fans in California than in Alberta.
Sad to think so many people simply dont know any better.
He was talking about the interest of the teams outside of where they are hosted. LA is a huge city, the question is if there will be good enough TV ratings inside of LA to cover up for the lack of outside of it.
Thank you. It amazes me that people using a message board can't even read the posts they're replying to.
Obviously LA can fill the building. Tons of wealthy people in one of the most densely populated areas in the world.
Outside of LA? People hear "LA Kings" and just laugh. No interest whatsoever. Again, one of the most irrelevant franchises in all of professional sports. People only know LA as "the team Gretzky played for after he left Edmonton".
As for the guy who said something about my avatar: There's a pretty massive difference between junior hockey and the best hockey league in the world. Junior hockey is certainly very regional. Hell, in Fort Mac, the AJHL is king. In Gwinnett, the ECHL is extremely popular. Most people outside of those areas would have trouble naming a single team in either league.
LA-NJ, LA-NYR would be a great final for both the league and NBC.
Everyone thinking LA has no fan base is just ignorant. LA County has close to TEN MILLION people living here. Combine that with nearby counties of Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino, etc... the population here is massive. You can add in fans (and haters) from Orange County and San Diego. Even if a small PERCENTAGE of people follow hockey compared to say, Winnipeg or Edmonton or Calgary or Ottawa, the actual number of people is still going to be huge.
The same goes for New Jersey. Huge population # to draw fans from (and root against).
In fact, I'm willing to bet there are more hockey fans in California than in Alberta.
Sad to think so many people simply dont know any better.
your point is good.
but why did you decide to capitalize PERCENTAGE? seems out of place, lol.
Mr. Jealously Jealous is a little angry his team blows and can't even make the playoffs.
I love how everyone thinks I'm jealous
I called the Jets missing the playoffs from the very beginning of the year. In fact, I predicted that they'd be even worse than they were.
I also just watched my hometown junior team win the WHL Championship. I have nothing to be jealous about. I love that my favorite team is exciting, even if they do suck. I've supported a team that's been mediocre at best since 1999. You get used to losing, and it stops bothering you after a while.
However, here's a fact:
Memorial Cup > Stanley Cup this year. Can't wait to watch Edmonton, Saint John, London and Shawinigan put on a show.
Thank you. It amazes me that people using a message board can't even read the posts they're replying to.
Obviously LA can fill the building. Tons of wealthy people in one of the most densely populated areas in the world.
Outside of LA? People hear "LA Kings" and just laugh. No interest whatsoever. Again, one of the most irrelevant franchises in all of professional sports. People only know LA as "the team Gretzky played for after he left Edmonton".
Ok....but why exactly do you think that people outside the New York area are going to care especially about the Rangers but not the Kings? (or the Yotes or Devils for that matter)....
