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The National Hockey League (NHL) is a professional ice hockey league in North America comprising 32 teams—25 in the United States and 7 in Canada. Founded in 1917, the NHL is considered the premier professional ice hockey league in the world, and its Stanley Cup championship is widely regarded as the most prestigious trophy in team sports. The league is currently divided into two conferences (Eastern and Western), each further divided into two divisions (Atlantic, Metropolitan, Central, and Pacific). The regular season culminates in the Stanley Cup playoffs, a 16-team single-elimination tournament that determines the league champion. The NHL is known for its fast-paced, high-scoring action, and its players are among the most skilled athletes in the world.
