re: I'm considering getting into hockey, help me pick a team

Also, watch the playoffs and just see who you are drawn to. Do you like high flyin' offense? The Ducks are your boys. You like lockdown defense? The Wild say hi. You want to jump on a Stanley Cup run of a team that has won in a while? the Rangers are your best bet. Parlez vous francais? Les Habs!

ETA: Also, think of who you hate. Hatred is a good guide to who you will like.