2011 NHL Playoffs: Vancouver's Green Men and the Nuttiest Fans in Hockey

Vancouver's Green Men are slowly become a worldwide phenomenon. With their own Facebook page, interviews on ESPN and Global, among others, "Force" and "Sulley" are quickly becoming the new Green Machine.

Not everyone is a huge fan of the duo's antics, though: Don Cherry of CBC's Hockey night in Canada didn't think highly of there efforts to rattle Nashville's Mike Fisher by using a cardboard figure of his wife, Carrie Underwood, and former NHL goalie Glenn Healy does not seem to enjoy their antics.

With the Green Men in mind, let's have a look at some of the 'nuttier' fans the NHL has had to offer.

New Jersy Devils Fan- Fighting Mad!

This fan of the New Jersey Devils was obviously 'experiencing technical difficulties' during a game against the Carolina Hurricanes.

It's all well and good to show passion for your team, but you really have to ask yourself, "I wonder if any one is video taping me?"

Tie Domi vs Philadelphia Flyers Fan

In 2001, the Toronto Maple Leafs' Tie Domi got into a fight with a fan during a game with the Philadelphia Flyers after there had been a bit of lip service paid to Domi and he then squirted the fan with a water bottle.

Chances are Chris Falcone (the fan) did not envision scrapping with a legendary tough guy when he went to the game that night, but just the same, I don't think he was any worse the wear.

When You Believe in Something Strongly Enough.....

You could just end up in a YouTube video for all the world to see. This young man was having the time of his life and entertaining the crowd and commentators alike. There were reports after the game that this rabid fan of the Columbus Blue Jackets was offered a jersey by just about every player on the ice.

When Your a Fan of the Ottawa Senators ... You May Do Some Odd Things

Hockey fans everywhere have bookmarked this particular video and use it as a not-so-subtle reminder of what NOT to do when showing support for your favorite team.

The 'Capstronaut'

The Washington Capitals have a great many fans, but perhaps none so dedicated as "The Capstronaut." As seen here, he is adored by all surrounding the Caps organization, including players and management.

Fan Videos Are Fun!

This fan-made video is just a small sampling of the insane amount of clips you can find made by fans of virtually every team in the NHL.

Last but Not Least

In case you wanted to be part of the next video slideshow, here is your very own how to video on how to be a super fan!