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Alex Newhook fans turn N.L. bars into ‘mini Bell Centres’ during Habs playoff games

Newfoundland is bleeding bleu-blanc-rouge for one of their own — and even Leafs fans won't stay away.

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Newfoundland bars have been transformed into lively watch parties as fans rally behind Alex Newhook and the Montreal Canadiens during their playoff run. The hometown pride for the N.L.-born Habs forward has drawn crowds so enthusiastic that bar owners are comparing the atmosphere to Montreal's Bell Centre. Even some Toronto Maple Leafs fans have quietly shown up to cheer for Newhook.

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Even a few Toronto Maple Leafs fans came in to cheer on Newhook, but they were reluctant to admit it, said the owner of the Newfoundland Embassy pub.

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