The 1994 Vancouver Stanley Cup riot was a night to remember, but for all the wrong reasons. The New York Rangers had just defeated the Vancouver Canucks in the Stanley Cup Finals, shattering the city's hopes of winning their first-ever championship. As the final buzzer sounded, Vancouver's streets erupted into chaos, with angry and disappointed fans taking to the streets, smashing windows, overturning cars, and setting fires. The riot ultimately resulted in an estimated $1.1 million in damages, 200 arrests, and several injuries. The event marked a dark stain on the city's reputation, and a sobering reminder of the dangers of unchecked sports fandom.