It’s probably less to do with external validation of caring about your team as much as it is the fact that people want to watch the best.
The NHL has the best. This is known. So if you want to watch the best, you watch the NHL. That’s why so many kids are falling in love with the Oilers (shudder)- because of McDavid. People love to see what “the best” can do.
Notwithstanding the above, I agree with you that you can definitely get enjoyment by following minor league teams, and often the entertainment value is equal or better sometimes. Fully agree.
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