The 2016 NHL Winter Classic showcases the best rivalry in hockey: the Boston Bruins versus the Montreal Canadiens.
These historic franchises will take their rivalry outside for the first time when they meet at Gillette Stadium, the home of the reigning Super Bowl champion New England Patriots, on New Year’s Day.
Everything you need to know about this amazing event can be found below.
Schedule
DEC. 31
Outdoor Women’s Classic
Time: 2 p.m. ET
TV: N/A
The Boston Pride of the NWHL will play Les Canadiennes of the CWHL in the first outdoor game featuring two professional women’s hockey teams. This game will not be televised, but anyone with a ticket to the Bruins-Canadiens Alumni Game will have access to the event.
Bruins-Canadiens Alumni Game
Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
TV: NBC Sports Network
Live Stream: NBC Sports Live Extra
Legends and retired players from the Bruins and Canadiens will face off in the annual Winter Classic Alumni Game. Given the storied history of these Original Six franchises, this game will feature an impressive collection of hockey talent.
Click here to view the rosters for both teams.
JAN. 1
2016 NHL Winter Classic
Time: 1 p.m. ET
TV: NBC
Live Stream: NBC Sports Live Extra
This is the first time the Canadiens will participate in the Winter Classic. Boston played in the 2010 game and defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 2-1 in overtime at Fenway Park. The B’s are the first team to ever host multiple Winter Classics.
For a full Winter Classic preview, listen to the latest NESN.com hockey podcast.
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