The 2016 World Cup of Hockey: From the fans’ point of view [Video]

The World Cup of Hockey 2016 tournament garnered mixed reviews and inconsistent attendance.

Some fans enjoyed themselves at the free viewing parties outside the Air Canada Centre, while some within the hockey community, including amateur players who might be expected to feel a deeper connection to the event, were lukewarm.

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International Fans Excited for the World Cup of Hockey

By: Ali Naqvi

The World Cup of Hockey at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, attracted fans from Finland, Sweden and Czech Republic, among others. Many traveled all the way from their home countries to support their home teams.

“This is a great opportunity,” said Rasmus Astrom, a fan of the Swedish team. “I just moved to Canada from Sweden and the first thing that happens is World Cup of Hockey. I am super excited about it.”

“It shouldn’t be a surprise if Team Czech Republic has …