The 2015 NHL Winter Classic will be a star-studded affair, as Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews lead the Chicago Blackhawks into the outdoor clash with Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom and the Washington Capitals at Nationals Park.
As a whole, the hype surrounding this year's game is seemingly down slightly. That's perhaps due to the high number of outdoor games in recent seasons lessening the overall appeal. But the league is hoping the star power causes viewers to flock back to the annual showcase once the puck drops.
The atmosphere makes it one of the most interesting sporting events on the calendar. It just so happens the game is on the first day of the year. Let's check out all of the important information for the 2015 edition of the event along with a game preview.
Viewing Info
Where: Nationals Park in Washington, D.C.
When: Thursday, Jan. 1, at 1 p.m. ET
Watch: NBC
Live Stream: NBC Sports Live Extra
Game Preview
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