2012–13 NHL season facts for kids
Quick facts for kids 2012–13 NHL season |
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| League | National Hockey League |
| Sport | Ice hockey |
| Duration | January 19 – June 24, 2013 |
| Number of games | 48 |
| Number of teams | 30 |
| Total attendance | 12,758,849 |
| Regular season | |
| Presidents' Trophy | Chicago Blackhawks |
| Season MVP | Alexander Ovechkin (Washington) |
| Top scorer | Martin St. Louis (Tampa Bay) |
| Playoffs | |
| Eastern champions | Boston Bruins |
| Eastern runners-up | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Western champions | Chicago Blackhawks |
| Western runners-up | Los Angeles Kings |
| Playoffs MVP | Patrick Kane (Chicago) |
| Stanley Cup | |
| Stanley Cup champions | Chicago Blackhawks |
| Runners-up | Boston Bruins |
| NHL seasons | |
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The 2012–13 NHL season was a special year for the National Hockey League (NHL). It was the 96th time the league had been around, and the 95th time games were played.
Thirty teams battled it out on the ice. Each team played 48 games during the regular season. This season started later than usual, on January 19, 2013. It ended on April 28, 2013.
A Delayed Start to the Season
The hockey season usually begins in October. However, the 2012–13 season was delayed. This happened because of a disagreement between the league and the players. This kind of work stoppage is called a lockout.
The lockout meant that games could not start on time. Everyone was excited when the season finally began in January.
The Road to the Stanley Cup
After the regular games, the playoffs began. This is where the best teams compete for the championship. The playoffs started on April 30, 2013.
The Chicago Blackhawks and the Boston Bruins made it to the finals. They played a thrilling series for the Stanley Cup. The Blackhawks won the Stanley Cup on June 24, 2013. They beat the Bruins in six exciting games.
Images for kids
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First Niagara Center
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Tampa Bay Times Forum
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MTS Centre
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American Airlines Center
