Alex Newhook fans turn N.L. bars into ‘mini Bell Centres’ during Habs playoff games
Hockey fans in Newfoundland are celebrating Alex Newhook's success with the Montreal Canadiens as he helps lead the team to the Eastern Conference final. Bars in the province have become lively gathering spots for fans, showcasing their support for the local athlete. Newhook's recent overtime goal in Game 7 has further fueled excitement among his hometown supporters.
- ▪Alex Newhook scored an overtime goal in Game 7, securing the Canadiens' spot in the Eastern Conference final.
- ▪Fans in Newfoundland have gathered in bars to celebrate Newhook's achievements, setting aside political differences.
- ▪Newhook is now among only 14 NHL players with two career game-winning goals in Game 7.
- ▪Both the Newfoundland Embassy and the Duke of Duckworth pubs are preparing for large crowds for the upcoming games.
- ▪Newhook expressed pride in representing Newfoundland and Labrador during the NHL playoffs.
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Open this photo in gallery:An iceberg is shown floating by Scott LeShane's Montreal Canadiens flag in Lower Island Cove, N.L., on Monday.Scott LeShane/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountHockey fans in Alex Newhook’s home province have gathered in bars and set aside politics as their hometown hero has helped secure the Montreal Canadiens a spot in the Eastern Conference final.In the Newfoundland Embassy, a pub on the bottom floor of a bright red building in St. John’s, the band hurried to the television between songs on Monday night to watch Game 7 between the Canadiens and the Buffalo Sabres.Nobody minded about the band, said Embassy co-owner Niall Hickey.
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