Canucks Fans Among the Happiest in Canada Despite High Ticket Prices…
A recent survey reveals that Vancouver Canucks fans are the third-happiest NHL supporters in Canada, a sentiment that would have been unimaginable two years ago. According to this survey of 2,000 fans, only the Winnipeg Jets and Edmonton Oilers fans are happier. The Calgary Flames fans, on the other hand, are considered the most miserable in the entire NHL, even more so than fans of the Arizona Coyotes, who currently have no team to support.
Commissioned by casino.org, the study found that nearly 90% of Canucks fans are satisfied with the current roster, with over half believing their team has a strong chance of reaching the Stanley Cup Final. An impressive 98% of fans enjoy the overall game-day experience, although nearly 80% find it too expensive, suggesting room for improvement in value perception.
The Canucks’ recent success, including a strong regular season and a second-round playoff battle, largely explains this fan happiness, according to Jim Rutherford, the team’s president of hockey operations. He acknowledges the importance of maintaining this positive momentum and fan engagement, noting the significant turnaround from past years of poor performance.
Rutherford emphasizes the need to continue engaging with the community through initiatives like training camps held outside the Lower Mainland and other fan engagement activities, such as the recent development camp at UBC. He values the support from Vancouver and B.C. fans and is committed to maintaining and enhancing the team’s connection with its supporters.
In conclusion, while Canucks fans are enjoying their team’s success and expressing high levels of happiness, the cost of attending games remains a concern. The Canucks leadership aims to address this while continuing to build a strong relationship with their fan base.
