Unlike previous years, the National Hockey League (NHL) is holding its Winter Classic on December 31, and it is towards the legendary Wrigley Field, where the Chicago Blackhawks will host the St. Louis Blues, that all eyes will be directed .
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The open-air duel is broadcast on TVA Sports.
The meeting is obviously eagerly awaited, notably by Connor Bedard. The Hawks forward will have the opportunity to participate in a first event of this kind in his career, playing his second season in the Bettman circuit.
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It’s rather different on the side of the Blues’ assistant instructor, Claude Julien, who will work in a fifth away game.
The Classic should be a balm for the struggling Illinois team. Chicago sits in the bottom of the overall standings and suffered a 5-1 loss to the Dallas Stars on Sunday. For the Blues, it is also difficult in 2024-2025. Jim Montgomery’s men are playing for .500.
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Obviously, those responsible have devoted the last few days to preparing the premises for this Classic. At the time of writing, rain was falling in the Windy City, accompanied by a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius. As for the well-known people expected, note Denis Savard, Chris Chelios and Jeremy Roenick, who will take part in the ceremonial puck drop.
After this match, the Hawks will host the Montreal Canadiens at the United Center on Friday.
