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All sports games have soundtracks, but EA NHL games have featured some wicked tunes over the years. Fellow LMBF pal Kevin Bartman and I decided to break down the best songs these games have had to offer.

11. Scorpions – Rock You Like A Hurricane (2010)

An absolutely timeless rock song. I may be biased because this was always played at the UC, but this song was destined for an NHL game. Plus, Patrick Kane was on the cover, so you can’t not put it in there. -KB

10. Panic! at the Disco – Nine in the Afternoon (2009)

A goddamn shame that this song didn’t get much if any radio play. Not only a great hockey song but a great song overall. NHL 09 was probably the greatest soundtrack of them all and this song sits right near the top. -KB

9. Black Tide – Warriors Of Time (2009)

Much like Nine in the Afternoon, you just get the feeling this song was made for NHL. Don’t get me wrong, I am the farthest thing from a metal guy, but this song is fantastic. That’s when you know it’s good. -KB

8. Wolfmother – Joker and the Thief (2014)

It is impossible for someone to listen to this song and not know it precedes a big-time moment. That big-time moment was knowing it was time to get jacked to beat the snot out of some kid online or someone close to you. -MB

7. Dropkick Murphys – The Boys are Back (2014)

The boys are back. That’s perfect when you’re ready to wreak havoc with your favorite custom team, favorite NHL team, or are together with your boys. Song would have been higher had the game not said the boys were “looking for glory.” Nah, they’re definitely looking for trouble. -MB

6. Jimmy Eat World – Sweetness (2003)

This is one of the best choruses the game has ever produced. It’s a heavy song with a chorus that everyone can’t pass up the chance to sing. Pair it up with the nostalgia of all the great alternate jerseys had in NHL and you’ve got an awesome combo. -MB