National Hockey League (NHL)

The National Hockey League (NHL) is a professional ice hockey league in North America, comprising 32 teams—25 based in the United States and 7 in Canada. Founded in 1917, it is one of the major professional sports leagues in the world. The NHL season includes a regular season followed by playoffs, where teams compete for the Stanley Cup, the league's championship trophy. The league is known for its fast-paced gameplay, physicality, and skilled athletes, featuring some of the best talents in ice hockey globally. The NHL also promotes youth hockey and community initiatives.