Florida is home to two NHL teams and has hosted Stanley Cup Final games in each of the last five seasons, but it had never been part of the outdoor spectacle.

The two-time defending Cup champion Panthers are helping the "Sunshine State" take its maiden voyage in the 2026 Winter Classic, which will pit them against the visiting New York Rangers at loanDepot Park, home of baseball's Miami Marlins.

A sell-out crowd of more than 35,000 is expected, according to the league, and the B/R hockey team is in the house to deliver a live blog with analysis and reaction of the game between the Eastern Conference rivals.

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