The Pittsburgh Penguins have been named the most popular NHL team according to Google search data. In a recent study by Best Tickets researched showed that more people internet search the Pittsburgh Penguins than any other NHL team. The compelling data was gathered over a twelve month period. The information was compiled using data via the Google search engine.
The information does not necessarily tell us who is the most popular hockey team, but it does tell us which players/teams are being searched the most via the internet. Five of the top six teams on the list are original six NHL teams. The St. Louis Blues are the only team in the top six that is not an original six team. The Calgary Flames have the dubious honor of being the last placed team in the study. There are a few surprises to the list. The Edmonton Oilers, Dallas Stars, and Columbus Blue Jackets are higher than what I expected. The Vancouver Canucks, Colorado Avalanche, and the Philadelphia Flyers were lower than I expected. It is always interesting to see who fans are looking up on the internet.
* Statistical Information from Best Tickets
Brad Burud the owner/editor of the Inside Edge Hockey News. I am a huge fan of hockey, from youth hockey, to junior hockey, and of course professional hockey. I have played, coached, worked as statistician, and watched hockey all of my life. Hockey is not just a game, it is a lifestyle and family. The game of hockey is great! It can bring you nights of great enjoyment. It also brings nights where you feel like your team will never win. I am proud to be a journalist for the greatest game in the world. I have a degree in Business Administration, Psychology from Minot State University. I also have a Hockey General Manager and Scouting, and Sports Communications/Journalism degree from Sports Management Worldwide. I am also a member of the Sports Executives Association. Most of all I am a fan. Hockey is a huge part of my life and my families life.