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Lately, hockey talk has primarily focused on the rumors of
an NHL divisional realignment beginning as early as next season. Many teams are
opposed to this realignment, nowhere more than the Northeast, due to the classic
rivalries that exist within the division.
Look at the five teams in the division: the Boston Bruins, the Ottawa Senators, the Buffalo Sabres, the Toronto Maple Leafs and
the Montreal Canadiens. This division is one of the few divisions that features
teams from another country (commonly referred to as Canada), but this heightens
the level of play. Having the multi-country division gives way for a larger
rivalry and more home team (and country) spirit, especially during away games.
Perhaps one of the most famous rivalries in this division involves the Bruins and the Canadiens. If either of these teams were moved and could not play each other as much in divisional play, fans would be crushed. This
rivalry is one of the better NHL hockey rivalries, and has always been seen as a classic.
Unlike many other divisions in the NHL, the Northeast will probably stay the same. These five teams will
hopefully stay together, with an addition of another team or two next season. However, until the vote in December, just be
entertained by current hockey.
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