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Originally Posted by bubbsy
Personality is one thing, but to take it a step further, the nhl needs more “villains” . It goes back to the game becoming an emotionless skill vs defensive-scheme-fest.
Whether it’s personality in the interviews or personality/emotion coming out on the ice, the intrigue of bad-blood/emotion is just gone.
Compare the flames/oilers games this year compared to the past few years. No tkachuk/kassian/smith , the intensity of “this could be a nasty game tonight “ has disappeared.
This was such a major differentiator the nhl had compared to other sports, but it’s all but gone.
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You aren't getting it back. That's not how modern athletes function. These guys pal around in the off-season and have deep bonds that cut across team lines.
And I think for the most part, with a couple exceptions, that's something that is common to all leagues and sports.