NHL Reddit argues over TSN covering only Toronto Maple Leafs news - "suck it up Edmonton, Winnipeg, and Quebec"

A recent discussion on the NHL subreddit has ignited a debate surrounding TSN's coverage of Toronto Maple Leafs' front office changes. The topic gained momentum after TSN posted six videos on YouTube in a span of two hours, leading fans to question whether the "T" in TSN stands for Toronto.

Redditors chimed in with their opinions, highlighting various perspectives on media bias and news prioritization.

One fan pointed out that the number of views on TSN's videos serves as evidence of their focus on the Toronto market. They argued that media outlets like TSN are primarily interested in generating views, ratings, and subscribers, rather than reporting news objectively. In their view, the Maple Leafs' popularity and the corresponding demand for content drive TSN's coverage.

"Look at the view totals and you have your answer as to why. TSN (or any other media outlet) isn't in the business of reporting any and all news. They are in the business of generating views, ratings, and subscribers."

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However, another fan countered this argument by highlighting that attention towards the Leafs extend beyond Toronto. They emphasized that fans from every NHL team engage in banter and critique the Leafs, thus driving up the eyeballs keeping a tab on them.

They suggested that it is unfair to solely blame TSN for focusing on the Maple Leafs when the team's prominence attracts attention from across the league.

"Iv seen every fan base goof on the leafs. You cant complain about Toronto attention when leafs haters also fuel the fire of Toronto media."

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Would every big NHL team get such coverage?

Adding to the discussion, a fan dismissed the notion that TSN's coverage was solely driven by bias, labeling it a dumb take. They argued that the non-extension of the NHL's Leafs' general manager is indeed significant news in the hockey world. They compared the situation to what would happen if the Edmonton Oilers' general manager, Ken Holland, were let go, suggesting that it would set the internet abuzz just as much. According to this view, attributing TSN's coverage solely to bias undermines the broader significance of the event.

"Or maybe, just maybe, Leafs not extending their GM is big news in the hockey world. The same exposure would happen to the Oilers if Holland was let go. Dumb take."

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The conversation on Reddit reflects a broader debate on media bias, news value, and the influence of popular teams in sports coverage. While some fans express frustration with what they perceive as disproportionate attention on the Maple Leafs, others argue that the team's status and newsworthy developments justify the coverage. The discussion reveals contrasting opinions on how media outlets prioritize and report hockey news, particularly in relation to high-profile teams.