Connor McDavid and Connor Bedard named their favorite arena to play in the NHL
Connor McDavid's admiration for the Bell Centre speaks volumes about the special atmosphere surrounding hockey in Montreal.
When a player of McDavid's caliber singles out another arena as his favorite, it highlights just how magical the experience can be in Montreal.
The Bell Centre has a reputation for being one of the loudest and most intense arenas in the NHL. As McDavid noted in the past, the Montreal Canadiens' fans are deeply passionate and even when they "get on" opposing stars like Connor McDavid, it only add to the intensity and excitement of playing there.
The fans' deep knowledge of the game, combined with the history of the Canadiens makes every game feel like an event of historical importance.
It's also telling that other NHL stars like Connor Bedard, Sidney Crosby, Jack Hughes and Charlie McAvoy also named the Bell Centre as the ultimate destination for hockey. The arena's electric atmosphere, the respect for the sport and the enthusiasm of the fans create a unique experience that even opponents treasure.
On the other hand the Edmonton Oilers Rogers Place is known for its incredible energy especially when McDavid takes the ice. The focus in Edmonton is often on how to contain one of the greatest players in the world which can make for a different kind of experience.
Oilers fans are fiercely loyal and passionate, and while Rogers Place may not be the favorite arena of visiting players, that's probably a source of pride for Oilers Nation.
Source: Oilers Daily
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