Crossword 21: Hockey Celebrations and Traditions

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Across
  1. 4. - Highlighting the best players of each game.
  2. 8. - Teams hoist championship banners to the rafters.
  3. 9. - Players grow beards during postseason runs.
  4. 12. - Recognizing team legends without retiring their jerseys.
  5. 15. - Fans wave towels during critical moments.
  6. 16. - Players tap their sticks in recognition.
  7. 17. - Postgame tradition of sportsmanship.
  8. 18. - Outdoor game celebrating Canadian hockey history.
  9. 21. - Jets fans dress in white for home games.
  10. 23. - Finals MVP's moment in the spotlight.
  11. 25. - Detroit fans toss octopuses onto the ice.
  12. 26. - Fun events during the All-Star Weekend.
  13. 28. - Entertainment during intermissions.
  14. 29. - Interaction events with players.
Down
  1. 1. - Outdoor NHL games in large venues.
  2. 2. - Fans throw hats onto the ice.
  3. 3. - Gimmick from 1990s hockey broadcasts.
  4. 5. - New players skate solo before warmups.
  5. 6. - Honoring players by retiring their numbers.
  6. 7. - Special guests drop the puck to start games.
  7. 10. - Former players reunite for special matches.
  8. 11. - League-wide awareness campaign.
  9. 13. - Team captain starts sharing the Stanley Cup.
  10. 14. - Iconic tradition of players kissing the Stanley Cup.
  11. 19. - Iconic tunes played after goals.
  12. 20. - Passionate anthem renditions by fans.
  13. 22. - Annual outdoor NHL game on New Year’s Day.
  14. 24. - Victory parade for winning teams.
  15. 27. - Community events hosted by teams.
  16. 30. - Sound that celebrates every home team goal.