The NHL competes with other sports leagues for fans and their attention and support, though the on-ice competition is between hockey teams battling to win the Stanley Cup trophy. A new up-and-coming sports league also faces competition as it does battle with established leagues that have large, entrenched fanbases. The real competition for all leagues is not against each other, but against other entertainment options for fans' time and money.

2. U.S. Sports Leagues

3. N.H.L Appears competition is between hockey teams who battle to win the Stanley Cup Trophy

4. But real competition is for sports fans, attention & support. VS