Had to add this tidbit. Average road attendance for teams really evens out the numbers. Only the Rangers operate at 100% on the road.
Calgary has the 2nd lowest road draw attendance, averaging 16182 for around 91% capacity. Ottawa draws 16633, and Minnesota draws 16695. Florida is drawing 16843 for a slightly higher percentage. Nashville draws 16977.
Just goes to show that even traditional hockey market teams don't always draw the best. You need to have teams from a large population area with a long history to have fans always show up. Winning and having star players also tends to drive attendance.
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