rrasco 1,312 Report post Posted January 14, 2014 So now that the real outdoor game is over...the NHL turns its attention to the "Stadium Series". I'm honestly trying to figure out how they are going to keep ice conditions up to par. Nothing but high 70s for the next 2 weeks in LA and I'd imagine it will be there on the 25th...I know there have been other games that were in warmer weather, just curious how it will end up when they have had problems at some of the Winter Classics where it was 40. Live Feed: http://video.nhl.com/videocenter/console?catid=23&id=532452 List of outdoor games: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_outdoor_ice_hockey_games Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Z Winged Dangler 2,082 Report post Posted January 14, 2014 They'll emergency melt the ice and play on roller blades. 1 St. Michael (the Red Wing) reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted January 14, 2014 The first official outdoor NHL game was actually in Vegas in 1991 with the Kings. The temps were in the 80s I think but if memory serves the ice held up okay. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1991_outdoor_NHL_game_in_Las_Vegas It's too bad the NHL insisted on having so many outdoor games this year, because it would've been cool to just have one for each conference. It could've really spotlighted two very good hockey teams in a non-traditional hockey market. And in the pacific time zone at that. I'm not sure hockey writers east of the Mississippi have ever seen two California teams play each other. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vladdy16 2,154 Report post Posted January 14, 2014 @NHL This truck traveled through 8 U.S. states from Ann Arbor to SoCal (2.2k miles) to create ice for the #StadiumSeries. You're welcome. 1 haroldsnepsts reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rrasco 1,312 Report post Posted January 14, 2014 My favorite one was in Pula Arena. I thought that was THE coliseum but it turns out it was just a different Roman amphitheatre. Still cool as heck though. 2 Dabura and Nev reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings4thecup06 504 Report post Posted January 14, 2014 Totally disagree with this whole 'Stadium series', especially the game in LA. Seriously? 70+ degree weather for a game that is probably going to leave Dodger stadium half empty? The only positive aspect for me I guess is that the NHL are trying to capitalise on the Kings winning the cup 2 years ago, but still. Aside from that, the other reason I disagree with it is because its basically a cash grab for the NHL and they're essentially devaluing the Winter classic now totally. Still, feel free to disagree with me. I'd just like to see them stick to 1 Winter classic and 1 Heritage classic. But there ya go. 2 St. Michael (the Red Wing) and TheXym reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rrasco 1,312 Report post Posted January 14, 2014 I'd just like to see them stick to 1 Winter classic and 1 Heritage classic. But there ya go. I think most of us can agree on that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
St. Michael (the Red Wing) 422 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 They'll emergency melt the ice and play on roller blades. Would be somethng if 2 NHL teams played eachother on roller blades. IDEA'zzzzz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,477 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 What happens if it rains? Lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cusimano_brothers 1,655 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 Nothing defines the game of hockey better than Kiss and sunscreen. Uncle Gary had better wear a big floppy hat and be sitting in the shade. If not, he'll become one small blister. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadgerBob 297 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 So the concept has a roller rink, and sand volleyball. I feel like this looks like a big joke... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cnot19 191 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 I fall in line with the nhl. I would really like a winter classic heritage classic and one maybe two more "stadium series" games they are clearly good for the game and markets that are good but not elite Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 Nothing defines the game of hockey better than Kiss and sunscreen. Uncle Gary had better wear a big floppy hat and be sitting in the shade. If not, he'll become one small blister. When I first heard Kiss would be playing, I thought they were joking. The beach volleyball and roller rink is weird but I can kind of get that they're playing to the novelty of a hockey game going on outside in Southern California. But Kiss?? For everyone's sake I hope they'll be wearing their makeup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rrasco 1,312 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 Wait...the roller rink and volleyball wasn't a joke? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cnot19 191 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 I think there may be one too many games but IMO the stadium series is definitely a good idea in theory, creates more exposure for the league but also allows for teams that would otherwise never get a winter classic a chance to be in the spotlight 1 haroldsnepsts reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWang 422 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 The whole things turning the outdoor games and the league into a big joke. Volleyball? A KISS CONCERT? Why not bring in the elephants and lions and have a full blown circus? Maybe Sigfried n Roy are free that weekend and can come put on a show. Give Wayne Newton a call while youre at it Gary. This is the NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE. Not Billy Madison's birthday party. ******* clown shoes. 4 TheXym, aflac9262, BadgerBob and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 Wait...the roller rink and volleyball wasn't a joke? Well, the rink is for inline hockey, so that's not too bad. The beach volleyball, meh, I don't know, but it is Southern California, I guess they're featuring that idea since you really can't play to the skating on the pond concept. So what else are they supposed to do? The music stage isn't even a bad idea, but good lord couldn't they get a headliner better than Kiss? How much were tickets to the Winter Classic? From what I've heard the event is 80% sold out but the $250 seats have not sold well and they're not even the most expensive seats ($279). The league is even admitting it may have priced them too high. Add to that $50 for parking anywhere close to the stadium and $20 for far parking. Seems like there's been very little promotion of the event other than to existing Kings and Ducks fans. The Kings and Ducks are among the two best teams in the league and playing an outdoor game in LA is a novel concept, but it sounds like the league is bungling this badly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cusimano_brothers 1,655 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 Few people know the subtleties of marketing a brand name like Chaim Witz. He could teach Uncle Gary a thing or three. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,207 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 My favorite one was in Pula Arena. I thought that was THE coliseum but it turns out it was just a different Roman amphitheatre. Still cool as heck though. As a Classical Studies dork, I officially deem that Awesome. How have I never heard about it before? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,207 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 Well, the rink is for inline hockey, so that's not too bad. The beach volleyball, meh, I don't know, but it is Southern California, I guess they're featuring that idea since you really can't play to the skating on the pond concept. So what else are they supposed to do? The music stage isn't even a bad idea, but good lord couldn't they get a headliner better than Kiss? How much were tickets to the Winter Classic? From what I've heard the event is 80% sold out but the $250 seats have not sold well and they're not even the most expensive seats ($279). The league is even admitting it may have priced them too high. Add to that $50 for parking anywhere close to the stadium and $20 for far parking. Seems like there's been very little promotion of the event other than to existing Kings and Ducks fans. The Kings and Ducks are among the two best teams in the league and playing an outdoor game in LA is a novel concept, but it sounds like the league is bungling this badly. Justin Bieber will come out of fake retirement and sing along with Kiss. Bettman will crowd surf and start a mosh pit. The show game will be the single biggest success in NHL history. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vladdy16 2,154 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 What, no fireworks show? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rrasco 1,312 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 (edited) Well, the rink is for inline hockey, so that's not too bad. The beach volleyball, meh, I don't know, but it is Southern California, I guess they're featuring that idea since you really can't play to the skating on the pond concept. So what else are they supposed to do? The music stage isn't even a bad idea, but good lord couldn't they get a headliner better than Kiss? How much were tickets to the Winter Classic? From what I've heard the event is 80% sold out but the $250 seats have not sold well and they're not even the most expensive seats ($279). The league is even admitting it may have priced them too high. Add to that $50 for parking anywhere close to the stadium and $20 for far parking. Seems like there's been very little promotion of the event other than to existing Kings and Ducks fans. The Kings and Ducks are among the two best teams in the league and playing an outdoor game in LA is a novel concept, but it sounds like the league is bungling this badly. How about just leaving volleyball out of the equation? It's a hockey game. It's not like they had a sledding hill at the WC for the hell of it. There has always been a mini-rink at WC games, so the roller rink isn't THAT bad of an idea, but you have a real ice hockey rink...might as well make a small one too. IIRC, WC tickets ranged from $89-279 (not including the GLI tickets they made you buy). I guess the pricing issue is why I've seen $50 discounts for them all over anything related to the NHL. Edited January 15, 2014 by rrasco Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings4thecup06 504 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 Yea roller skating considering the environment the game is being played in is an ok idea, but volleyball is just ridiculous. If it's womens volleyball all the fans out in left field will be spending all their time watching that rather than the game…. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,207 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 What, no fireworks show? I was gonna mention the fireworks, but I forgot. I know you weren't talking to me, but, in true Bettman fashion, I have to stick my nose in places it doesn't belong and overdo things to the max. Anyway, the gimmick: iceworks! Like fireworks, but made of ice! Brilliant! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted January 15, 2014 How about just leaving volleyball out of the equation? It's a hockey game. It's not like they had a sledding hill at the WC for the hell of it. There has always been a mini-rink at WC games, so the roller rink isn't THAT bad of an idea, but you have a real ice hockey rink...might as well make a small one too. IIRC, WC tickets ranged from $89-279 (not including the GLI tickets they made you buy). I guess the pricing issue is why I've seen $50 discounts for them all over anything related to the NHL. Don't give them any ideas for next year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites