The longstanding tradition of playing the national anthem before sports games between the United States and Canada took an unexpected turn when Ottawa Senators fans booed “The Star-Spangled Banner” before a game against the Minnesota Wild. The booing came after President Trump announced tariffs on Canadian goods, which Canada quickly matched with tariffs of their own. Despite the trade tensions between the two countries, only one country practiced protectionism on the ice that day as the Senators beat the Wild 6-0. The playing of “O Canada” following the boos saw a change in attitude from the fans, showing that goodwill between the two nations can still be generated through sports despite political tensions. This incident highlights the importance of sports in fostering positive relationships between countries, even during times of disagreement.
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