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The NHL announced its 2025-26 regular-season schedule, featuring 1,312 games starting October 7, including international games in Sweden, outdoor games in Florida, and a break for the Winter Olympics. The season highlights include the first outdoor game in Florida, the Winter Classic, and the NHL Global Series in Stockholm, with comprehensive coverage from major broadcasters.
The 2025-26 NHL season features exciting matchups including outdoor games in Florida, player returns like Mitch Marner and Brad Marchand, and special events such as the Winter Classic and Global Series in Sweden, with the season pausing for the Olympics.
"GMA" lifestyle contributor Lori Bergamotto shares recommendations to enhance your backyard for summer gatherings, including shatterproof drinkware, mosquito repellents, giant block games, a foam machine, and a cozy beanbag chair. These items promise to make your outdoor space more enjoyable for play dates, BBQs, and other events.
The New York Rangers won a thrilling 6-5 overtime game against the New York Islanders in the 2024 Stadium Series at MetLife Stadium, drawing the third-largest crowd in NHL history with 79,690 fans. The event combined with a Devils-Flyers game for a total of 150,018 attendees, showcasing the enduring popularity of NHL outdoor games. The unique atmosphere, local market tailoring, and special moments make these events memorable for players and fans alike, with the NHL planning to continue the outdoor phenomenon in the upcoming seasons.
During the Stadium Series game at MetLife Stadium, the Philadelphia Flyers arrived dressed as Rocky Balboa while the New Jersey Devils donned "The Sopranos" attire, adding a fun and clever twist to the event. This creative tradition of players dressing up for outdoor NHL games continues to be a highlight, with the New York Rangers and New York Islanders set to participate in the upcoming game.
The New York Rangers have won all four of their previous outdoor games, with goaltender Henrik Lundqvist playing a key role in each victory. As the team prepares for their fifth outdoor game, Lundqvist reflects on the memorable moments from each contest, including dramatic finishes and the excitement of playing in iconic venues like Yankee Stadium and Citi Field.
ESPN's Greg Wyshynski ranks NHL Stadium Series games based on venue, hype, game quality, and team jerseys. The rankings cover memorable outdoor games from 2014 to 2023, with Dodger Stadium's 2014 game topping the list for its unique California kitsch and hype, while Soldier Field's 2014 game scored high for environment but low for game quality due to unplayable conditions. The rankings also assess the style of team jerseys, with notable mentions for the New York Rangers, Detroit Red Wings, and Anaheim Ducks.
The NHL Stadium Series at MetLife Stadium this weekend will feature a park theme with street hockey rinks, picnic tables, and concerts, transforming the venue into "NHL Stadium Series Park." The event will include back-to-back outdoor games with the New Jersey Devils hosting the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday and the New York Islanders hosting the New York Rangers on Sunday. The festivities aim to celebrate and perpetuate the game of hockey in all its forms, including street hockey, and will feature a pregame concert by the Jonas Brothers and performances by the indie pop band AJR.
The 2024 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series at MetLife Stadium will feature back-to-back outdoor games with fans in attendance, a first in NHL history. The New Jersey Devils will face the Philadelphia Flyers on February 17, followed by the New York Rangers playing against the New York Islanders on February 18. The games will take place at the home of the New York Giants and New York Jets, and tickets are already on sale. The NHL is planning unique presentations for each game, including a pregame concert, to provide fans with a different experience on each day.
The NHL has announced an "unprecedented" twin bill of outdoor games at MetLife Stadium in February 2024, featuring four rival teams. The New Jersey Devils will host the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday, Feb. 17, in an outdoor night game, while the New York Islanders will host the New York Rangers on Sunday, Feb. 18. The event will mark the first time four NHL teams have played outdoor games at the same venue in front of fans. The games will be broadcast on ESPN.