You hate to see it. You hate seeing your bitter rivals celebrating on your home ice after they advanced to the Western Conference Final. Yet, that's what happened with the Vegas Golden Knights as they watched the Edmonton Oilers celebrate at T-Mobile Arena last season.
It was a rough watch for Golden Knights fans everywhere. You feel embarrassment and shame, watching your team get molly-wopped by your rivals. On top of that, your rivals have bragging rights for a minimum of a year. Boy, that's enough to keep you up at night.
Believe me. Those sleepless nights will do a number on you as a passionate hockey fan.