Countdown to the 2024 Winter Classic: Golden Knights vs. Kraken – Everything You Need to Know
The NHL’s beloved tradition, the Winter Classic, welcomes new contenders this year as the league’s youngest franchises, the Seattle Kraken and Vegas Golden Knights, gear up for their inaugural appearance at T-Mobile Park, home of MLB’s Seattle Mariners, on New Year’s Day. It marks the first time the Winter Classic graces the Pacific time zone.
Fresh off their first Stanley Cup triumph, the Golden Knights, perennial playoff contenders, face the Kraken, who, after a thrilling 100-point season, navigate the competitive landscape of a crowded Western Conference.
This will be the second clash between the teams this season, with the Golden Knights securing a 4-1 victory in the season-opener on Oct. 10.
What time is the 2024 Winter Classic?
Date: Monday, Jan. 1
Time: 3 p.m. ET | Noon PT
Puck drop for the 2024 Winter Classic is set for 3 p.m. ET in Seattle, continuing the New Year’s Day tradition.
How to watch the 2024 Winter Classic
TV Channel (U.S.): TNT
TV Channel (Canada): Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Live Stream: Sling
U.S. viewers can catch the game on TNT, with commentary from Kenny Albert (play-by-play), Eddie Olczyk (color analyst), and Brian Boucher (ice level). On-ice interviews and additional reporting will be provided by Darren Pang and Jackie Redmond. Canadians can watch on Sportsnet or TVA Sports, featuring a Canadian French-language broadcast. Cord-cutters in the U.S. can stream the game on Sling, ensuring coverage of all nationally-televised NHL games.
Who is playing in the 2024 Winter Classic?
The Kraken and Golden Knights make their Winter Classic debuts at the 2024 event. This matchup is the second of four meetings scheduled for the season, with their last encounter resulting in a 4-1 victory for the Golden Knights on October 10.
Where is the 2024 Winter Classic?
Venue: T-Mobile Park
Location: Seattle, Wash.
T-Mobile Park becomes the eighth baseball stadium to host the Winter Classic, joining the prestigious list of Fenway Park, Target Field, Citi Field, Busch Stadium, Nationals Park, Citizens Bank Park, and Wrigley Field. This marks the first time the Winter Classic graces the Pacific time zone.
2024 Winter Classic jerseys
Known for their retro looks, Winter Classic jerseys took an unconventional turn this year with the league’s two youngest franchises taking the stage. The Golden Knights draw inspiration from 1917 Las Vegas, showcasing a vintage white and heritage gold color scheme that captures the working-class theme of the old western front.
The Kraken’s uniforms pay homage to the 1917 Seattle Metropolitans, featuring vibrant barber-pole striping in deep sea blue, ice blue, and off-white. The design commemorates the first American team to win the Stanley Cup.
Previous Winter Classic locations
Reflecting on the storied history of the Winter Classic, this marks the 15th iteration of the event. The game has graced iconic venues such as Ralph Wilson Stadium, Wrigley Field, Fenway Park, and more, with each location adding a unique chapter to the tradition.
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