The Philadelphia Flyers and Pittsburgh Penguins are scheduled to face off shortly after 8 p.m. on Saturday night, outdoors under the lights at Heinz Field.
But if you’ve been anywhere in the Northeast this week, you know that “unseasonably warm” is a euphemism that doesn’t even begin to explain the beautiful weather we’re having. While it’s been great for picnics and baseball, it’s not exactly ideal for playing an ice hockey game outdoors.
So will the Flyers vs. Penguins Stadium Series game be the first to be severely impacted by weather? Let’s see. First, here’s the forecast for Pittsburgh on Friday and Saturday this week:
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Temperature itself shouldn’t be a problem
Highs of 75 degrees and 68 degrees are certainly problematic, but keep in mind that the NHL can indeed make ice in warm temperatures.