NHL Winter Classic to feature Blues and Blackhawks in first New Year's Eve game
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The NHL Winter Classic is an outdoor hockey game held annually since 2008, typically around New Year's Day. This year, the St. Louis Blues will play the Chicago Blackhawks at Wrigley Field on December 31, marking the first New Year's Eve game. The Boston Bruins have the most Winter Classic wins, with three victories. The Chicago Blackhawks will participate for the fifth time, still seeking their first win. Fenway Park in Boston has hosted the most games, with two events. The warmest Winter Classic occurred in 2020 in Dallas at 55°F, while the coldest was in 2022 in Orchard Park, NY, at -6°F. The event features teams wearing throwback uniforms to celebrate hockey's history.