A Canadian team hasn't won the Stanley Cup in more than 30 years. Does it matter?
Briefly

Wayne Gretzky's departure from the Edmonton Oilers to the Los Angeles Kings in 1988 marked a substantial shift, catapulting hockey into the US sports stratosphere.
Bruce McNall's strategic touring of the Kings around non-traditional hockey markets like Phoenix and Dallas led to sold-out crowds, making hockey bigger than ever in America.
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