3. New York Rangers
New York Rangers fans are found all over the country. The Rangers are a high-profile team in the “best city in the world” and are treated as so. New Yorkers and out-of-towners alike often like to attend a classic New York Rangers game at Madison Square Garden.
No game at MSG is an average experience and the arena, on average, draws a crowd of around 18,000 a night at about 100.2%. The demand for Rangers tickets is similar to Broadway plays and the team has a reputation for being a “must-do” for any New York natives or visitors.
Rangers fans are pretty dedicated; despite a long Stanley Cup drought and occasional wavering play, fans are always in attendance to watch the Rangers play. This dedication to the team, regardless of what the scoreboard says, ranks Rangers fans pretty high.
2. Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs fans are some of the most passionate. Toronto hasn’t taken home a Stanley Cup title since 1967, but their fans have stuck by their team as if they had. The Leafs usually bring in around 19,000 fans per game at around 102%.
Toronto’s Air Canada Centre is always packed with fans despite the high ticket prices. Every night passionate fans flood the arena to watch their team play and they hardly mind if they win or lose. Toronto fans want to support their team and watch them play, every goal is a victory.
Maple Leafs fans are extremely dedicated to their team and to hockey in general. These passionate fans push the Toronto Maple Leafs to the front of the list. The Maple Leafs know that no matter what their fans are right behind them.