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For the first time in NHL history, an outdoor hockey game will be played in the Carolinas.
The Hurricanes are hosting the Capitals tonight in the 2023 Stadium Series. It is the first time that Carolina is being featured in the Stadium Series and the second time for Washington.
Established in 2014, the Stadium Series has allowed small-market teams, like the Hurricanes, to participate in outdoor contests. Carolina was supposed to host the Stadium Series in 2021, however, it was not scheduled that season due to COVID-19 and instead pushed to 2023.
While there used to be multiple Stadium Series events throughout the calendar, Saturday night’s contest is the lone game for 2023.
MORE: Watch the 2023 NHL Stadium Series on fuboTV
Here is everything you need to know about the history of the event ahead of the 2023 edition.
Most Stadium Series appearances
The Kings and Penguins are tied for the most Stadium Series appearances with three apiece.
The Kings were involved in the first-ever Stadium Series game, facing the Ducks in 2014 at Dodger Stadium. Los Angeles also played in 2017 against the Sharks and 2020 against the Avalanche.
Pittsburgh faced the Blackhawks in 2014 and then the Flyers twice, once in 2017 and once again in 2019.
| Team | Stadium Series appearances |
|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Penguins | 3 (2014, 2017, 2019) |
| Los Angeles Kings | 3 (2014, 2015, 2020) |
| New York Rangers | 2 (2014, 2014) |
| Philadelphia Flyers | 2 (2017, 2019) |
| Chicago Blackhawks | 2 (2014, 2016) |
| Colorado Avalanche | 2 (2016, 2020) |
| Washington Capitals | 2 (2018, 2023) |
| Anaheim Ducks | 1 (2014) |
| New Jersey Devils | 1 (2014) |
| New York Islanders | 1 (2014) |
| San Jose Sharks | 1 (2015) |
| Minnesota Wild | 1 (2016 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 1 (2016) |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | 1 (2018) |
| Tampa Bay Lightning | 1 (2022) |
| Nashville Predators | 1 (2022) |
| Carolina Hurricanes | 1 (2023) |
Previous Stadium Series games
The Stadium Series was established in 2014 by the NHL, with a total of 12 games taking place prior to this year’s event.
While the Stadium Series began with multiple games in a season, the NHL has shifted towards playing just one Stadium Series game per year.
It has been played every year since with the exception of 2021 when it was not scheduled due to COVID-19.
| Year | Venue | Location | Matchup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Dodger Stadium | Los Angeles, Calif. | Ducks 3, Kings 0 |
| 2014 | Yankee Stadium | New York, N.Y. | Rangers 7, Devils 3 |
| 2014 | Yankee Stadium | New York, N.Y. | Rangers 2, Islanders 1 |
| 2014 | Soldier Field | Chicago, Ill. | Blackhawks 5, Penguins 1 |
| 2015 | Levi’s Stadium | Santa Clara, Calif. | Kings 2, Sharks 1 |
| 2016 | TCF Bank Stadium | Minneapolis, Minn. | Wild 6, Blackhawks 1 |
| 2016 | Coors Field | Denver, Colo. | Red Wings 5, Avalanche 3 |
| 2017 | Heinz Field | Pittsburgh, Pa. | Penguins 4, Flyers 2 |
| 2018 | Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium | Annapolis, Md. | Capitals 5, Maple Leafs 2 |
| 2019 | Lincoln Financial Field | Philadelphia, Pa. | Flyers 4, Penguins 3 |
| 2020 | Falcon Stadium | Colorado Springs, Colo. | Kings 3, Avalanche 1 |
| 2022 | Nissan Stadium | Nashville, Tenn. | Lightning 3, Predators 2 |
What channel is the 2023 Stadium Series on?
- TV channel (U.S.): ABC
- TV channel (Canada): Sportsnet
Fans can watch the game on ABC in the United States. Puck drop is set for 8 p.m. ET.
Fans in Canada can catch the outdoor action on Sportsnet
How to stream the 2023 Stadium Series
- Live stream (U.S.): ESPN+, Sling TV, fuboTV, DirecTV
- Live stream (Canada): SN NOW
For those in the United States looking to live stream the Stadium Series, streaming options include ESPN+, Sling TV, DirecTV and fubo TV which offers a free trial.
Those in Canada can stream the action on SN NOW.
Where is the 2023 Stadium Series?
- Venue: Carter-Finley Stadium
- Location: Raleigh, N.C.
The 2023 Stadium Series will be played at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., home to N.C. State football. It happens to be right across the street from the Hurricanes’ PNC Arena.
The 2023 Stadium Series is coming to Raleigh!
See y’all at Carter-Finley 👊 pic.twitter.com/MXX0Z0RPE6
— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) February 4, 2022
It is the first time that an outdoor NHL game will be played in North Carolina.
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