Excitement grows for the 2025 NHL Winter Classic, with fans on the edge of their seats for the reveal of the competing teams. Although there's been no formal declaration, rumors are circulating that the Chicago Blackhawks will welcome the event at Wrigley Field, taking on the St. Louis Blues.
This game would represent the Blackhawks' seventh appearance in outdoor matches and their fifth Winter Classic, returning to Wrigley Field, where they previously faced the Detroit Red Wings in 2009.
Yet, despite the enthusiasm, there's a sense of disappointment among some supporters over the bypassed chance to showcase other classic rivalries in an outdoor setting.
Critics, in particular, have voiced their discontent, arguing that the league, under Commissioner Gary Bettman's guidance, has neglected the Boston Bruins. The Bruins, despite being consistent challengers and having the ability to attract a large audience with their rivalry games against teams such as the Canadiens or Leafs, have only participated in four outdoor games.
