There’s lots (and lots) of volume, but there’s more to Bell Centre than the noise
The Bell Centre in Montreal is renowned not only for its deafening crowd noise, reaching up to 108 decibels during Canadiens games, but also for the passionate and knowledgeable fanbase that enhances the atmosphere. Fans celebrate both big plays and subtle hockey moments, creating a unique and intense environment that impacts both players and opponents. Despite the arena's rich history and electric ambiance, no Stanley Cup has been won by the Canadiens at the Bell Centre.
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Open this photo in gallery:Fans of the Montreal Canadiens have made the Bell Centre incredibly loud during the team's series with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Canadiens have a chance to close the series out on Friday at home.Christinne Muschi/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountIt’s more than just the sheer noise that makes Montreal’s Bell Centre the best building in the NHL, although the cliff face of almost frightening volume is definitely a factor. The jumbotron registered 108 decibels last Friday after the Canadiens’ thrilling overtime win in the Game 3 of the playoffs’ first round against the Tampa Bay Lightning – right around the average human pain threshold, and about as loud as a steel mill.
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