1980-81 NHL season

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:television_series
gptkbp:championship gptkb:New_York_Islanders
gptkbp:current_champion gptkb:New_York_Islanders
gptkbp:end_date 1981-05-16
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label 1980-81 NHL season
gptkbp:launch_date 1980-10-09
gptkbp:mvp gptkb:Gretzky
gptkbp:notable_event Increased television coverage
Rivalries intensified
Increased focus on player fitness
Emergence of new stars
Increased player salaries
Introduction of new teams
Increased fan attendance
Introduction of new rules
Changes in team rosters
Changes in coaching staff across teams
Changes in player contracts
Changes in playoff format
Emergence of new coaching strategies
Emergence of the Edmonton Oilers as a powerhouse
Emergence of the NHL as a major sports league
Expansion of NHL to 21 teams
Increased international player participation
Increased media attention on the NHL
Increased scoring rates
Minnesota North Stars' surprising playoff run
New York Islanders' 4th consecutive Cup win
New York Islanders' dynasty continued
Wayne Gretzky's 50 goals in 39 games
Wayne Gretzky's record-breaking season
gptkbp:notable_match New York Islanders vs. Minnesota North Stars
gptkbp:notable_player gptkb:Larry_Robinson
gptkb:Gordie_Howe
gptkb:Gretzky
gptkb:Mike_Bossy
gptkb:Bobby_Clarke
gptkb:Phil_Esposito
gptkbp:notable_recordings New York Islanders 4-0 Minnesota North Stars
gptkbp:number_of_games gptkb:television_series
gptkbp:number_of_teams gptkb:21
gptkbp:playoff_appearances gptkb:1981_Stanley_Cup_Playoffs
gptkbp:season 1980-81
gptkbp:team gptkb:Gretzky
gptkb:1981_NHL_All-Star_Game
gptkbp:top_scorer gptkb:Gretzky
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:1981-82_NHL_season
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6