PPG Paints Arena Named Best NHL Arena for Fans [Video]

PENNSYLVANIA, USA — A new study by sports data experts Lineups has ranked PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh as the best NHL arena for fans, scoring an impressive 38.47 out of 40 points. 

The comprehensive analysis evaluated all 32 NHL arenas based on four key factors: dedicated parking availability, beer prices, walking distance to public transport and proximity to external restaurants.

The Pittsburgh Penguins’ home arena emerged as the clear leader, scoring perfect marks in parking and offering fans a beer at just $7 with convenient one-minute walks to both public transportation and nearby restaurants. Nationwide Arena in Columbus and Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. rounded out the top three, with index scores of 35.65 and 35.39 respectively.

At the opposite end of the spectrum, Amerant Bank Arena, home to the Florida Panthers, ranked last with a mere 16.82 …