Yes... A game...but their are TWO geographic rivalries that trump all when you are a Yinzer...the Cleveland Browns and the Philadelphia Flyers. A loss to either is just not acceptable.
(Dabs a tear w/my Terrible Towel)...
These are businesses.. they will pick stakes and move to another town.. it happens. The only reason for the rivalry is to gin up attendance..sell more beer, hot dogs and shirts.