This year, rather than the usual 82-game season, each team will only play 48 games since so much time was lost during negotiations. Saturday marks the first dropped pucks of the year with 26 of the 30 NHL teams competing.
No matter what team you root for, this video will get you in the mood for big hits, slap shots, and crazy mustaches.
Remember when starting a fight: sticks, gloves… and shirt.