Now that the new slate of outdoor games has been announced, cue the groaning about the same teams getting games... And then take a minute to understand the business success that the NHL is sticking to.
Next season's slate of outdoor games, including the Winter Classic, have all been announced; four games in total. The four match-ups are Edmonton Oilers at Winnipeg Jets, Detroit Red Wings at Toronto Maple Leafs, Chicago Blackhawksat St. Louis Blues, and Philadelphia Flyers at Pittsburgh Penguins.