Sports Culture
In Toronto, hockey is unarguably the sports team that stirs the most passion and interest (hence the moniker, hockey capital). A championship win by any major sports team is considered to be worthy of the highest celebration, including a parade for the victorious team.
Due to their geographic locations, Toronto has an intense sports rivalry with many cities around the Great Lakes. For football, Toronto has a rivalry with Hamilton (begun in 1873 and is heightened during the Labour Day Classic), Ottawa (however currently suspended) and as far as Montreal. In hockey, Toronto's biggest rivals are the Montreal Canadiens and the Ottawa Senators (often dubbed the "Battle of Ontario"). Toronto's lesser rivals include the Boston Bruins, Detroit Red Wings, St. Louis Blues, and Buffalo Sabres.
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