by Robert Marks | Dec 31, 2014 | Chicago Blackhawks, Homepage, Washington Capitals
The Washington Capitals practiced on the outdoor rink in Nationals Park the day before the Winter Classic. The ice appeared good, though after practice several players noted that glare was an issue.
by Gillian Vernick | Dec 31, 2014 | Archived Features, Chicago Blackhawks, Homepage, Washington Capitals
On the eve of the 2015 Winter Classic, preparations for the annual outdoor event are still in motion. With one day left until the game, Nationals Park is brimming with excitement. The 2015 NHL Spectator Plaza is ready for throngs of fans waiting to make their own...
by Alexandra Nseir | Dec 31, 2014 | Chicago Blackhawks, Homepage, Washington Capitals
“My belief is that New Year’s Day used to be about college football, and now New Year’s Day is about the NHL.” That was Ted Leonsis, speaking this past September at a Winter Classic press conference, on the NHL’s marquee event of the...
by Alexandra Nseir | Dec 29, 2014 | Chicago Blackhawks, Homepage, Washington Capitals
Bridgestone and the NHL’s annual Winter Classic has become a must-see event for sports fans. For the first time, the league is taking the yearly hockey showcase below the Mason-Dixon line for an outdoor game in the Nation’s semi-southern Capital. Read below for Winter...
by Eric Boothe | Dec 17, 2014 | Chicago Blackhawks, New Jersey Devils, Photo Galleries
Keith Kinkaid had his debut in the NHL with an impressive display of shot blocking. It was not enough as the game went to a shoot-out with Patrick Kane scoring the winning shot.
by Alexandra Nseir | Dec 15, 2014 | Chicago Blackhawks, Homepage, Washington Capitals
The world’s largest mobile refrigeration unit arrived at Nationals Stadium Monday morning as the countdown to the 2015 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic continues. Arriving from Toronto after five days and 480 miles, the Winter Classic Ice Plant Presented by York is a...
