The history of fighting in hockey As with all sports, the origins of the sport and rules formed gradually through a natural evolution as people play the game. Hockey is a fast, graceful, but brutally violent sport. read more
There were a lot of fights in hockey because it was part of the rules. People liked it, until they didn’t. Some people cling to the stupid “tradition” of it, but in the end, fights are on the way out. read more
Fighting in ice hockey is an established tradition of the sport in North America, with a long history that involves many levels of amateur and professional play and includes some notable individual fights. read more
Best Answer: It only exists in North American pro hockey. And that's because other levels of hockey don't tolerate it, and neither do Euro leagues. Guys do it because they can. It's the dumbest part of a wonderful game, and it keeps the game from growing in popularity and being taken seriously by most people. read more