The Columbus Blue Jackets most recently dominated the Detroit Red Wings 5-2 at Little Caesars Arena, spearheaded by James van Riemsdyk’s two-goal effort. Detroit did get their revenge on a grander stage—the NHL Stadium Series. Hosted at Ohio Stadium, this outdoor battle brought with it an electric crowd as Columbus took charge with a 3-1 advantage. The level of intensity of the game impressed the NHL commissioner, who teased future plans for the Stadium Series.
Stadium Series gets a major future update from NHL commissioner
The Columbus Blue Jackets and Detroit Red Wings faced off in the upcoming winter showdown, the Stadium Series. The Jackets, led by James van Riemsdyk, scored two goals and secured a 5-2 win at Little Caesar’s Arena. Detroit, however, aimed for redemption through an outdoor battle in the dead of winter, showcasing the NHL’s love for outdoor hockey and the importance of college football royalty in the sport.
The Blue Jackets and Red Wings played a thrilling game at Ohio Stadium, with Columbus holding a 3-1 lead. The excitement led to the NHL commissioner revealing the future of the Stadium Series, highlighting the importance of the game for fans and the excitement surrounding the rivalry.
David Pagnotta, creator of The Fourth Period, shared a behind-the-scenes update on Twitter, revealing that NHL commissioner Gary Bettman had joined him for a chat on @SiriusXMNHL, providing valuable insights into the ongoing Stadium Series action. Pagnotta provided fans with an update on Bettman’s statement. “Bettman reiterates the NHL’s working with Utah on getting an outdoor game in the not-to-distant future.”
Ryan Hana, host of @WingedWheelPod, hit X with a reality check, dropping, “Imagine sitting in the freezing cold for an outdoor NHL game in Ohio and having to wait longer for puck drop because there’s a college basketball game going on in Tennessee.”
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The Stadium Series, set to bring outdoor hockey to Ohio, didn’t start on time and fans were dissatisfied with standing in freezing temperatures waiting. Fans are grappling with the emotional impact of Utah’s inclusion in the NHL’s outdoor game discussions, despite recovering from a bizarre broadcast moment.
