đź’¨ Abstract

In the 1993-94 season, NBA rookie Popeye Jones encountered hockey for the first time, finding it bewildering. Today, however, the NHL has thrived in the South, with teams like the Carolina Hurricanes, Dallas Stars, and Florida Panthers becoming major players. Youth participation has surged, and the NHL's presence in non-traditional markets has grown significantly, with teams like the Hurricanes and Panthers reaching the Stanley Cup Final repeatedly.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff