The highly anticipated 2024 NHL Winter Classic is here, featuring an exciting clash between the Seattle Kraken and the Las Vegas Golden Knights on New Year’s Day. The game will be broadcasted on truTV and TNT. Let’s dive into the matchup details and explore your television and streaming options.
Game Overview: The Kraken, with a 14-14-9 record, are just outside the Pacific Division playoff qualifiers, boasting a solid defense allowing only 2.65 goals per game. The Vegas Golden Knights, last season’s Stanley Cup champions, hold the third-best record in the NHL at 22-10-5, dominating the second spot in the Pacific Division.
Key Players: Jack Eichel of the Golden Knights has displayed impressive performance with 40 points, including 16 goals and 24 assists. Kraken defenseman Vince Dunn has contributed 30 points with six goals and 24 assists.
Streaming Options: For viewers in the United States, streaming options are available on the TNT App, Sling TV, and DirecTV. Sling TV, in particular, provides access to over 60% of the league’s nationally televised games, including those on TNT, ESPN, and the NHL Network. Watch on Sling TV.
Event Details:
- Date: Monday, Jan. 1
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Venue: T-Mobile Park, Seattle, Washington
T-Mobile Park, home of the Seattle Mariners, will host the 2024 Winter Classic. With a retractable roof allowing for both indoor and outdoor events, it marks the first time T-Mobile Park hosts the Winter Classic.
Odds:
- Moneyline: Golden Knights (-155) | Kraken (+130)
- Puckline: Golden Knights -1.5 (+140) | Kraken +1.5 (-165)
- Over/Under: 6.5
The Golden Knights are the favorites to win the 2024 Winter Classic, according to Caesars Sportsbook.
Previous Winter Classic Locations: Explore the history of the Winter Classic with a glance at previous venues, locations, and matchups.
Year | Venue | Location | Matchup |
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2008 | Ralph Wilson Stadium | Orchard Park, N.Y. | Penguins 2, Sabres 1 (SO) |
2009 | Wrigley Field | Chicago, Ill. | Red Wings 6, Blackhawks 4 |
2010 | Fenway Park | Boston, Mass. | Bruins 2, Flyers 1 (OT) |
2011 | Heinz Field | Pittsburgh, Pa. | Capitals 3, Penguins 1 |
2012 | Citizens Bank Park | Philadelphia, Pa. | Rangers 3, Flyers 2 |
2014 | Michigan Stadium | Ann Arbor, Mich. | Maple Leafs 3, Red Wings 2 (SO) |
2015 | Nationals Park | Washington, D.C. | Capitals 3, Blackhawks 2 |
2016 | Gillette Stadium | Foxborough, Mass. | Canadiens 5, Bruins 1 |
2017 | Busch Stadium | St. Louis, Mo. | Blues 4, Blackhawks 1 |
2018 | Citi Field | Queens, N.Y. | Rangers 3, Sabres 2 (OT) |
2019 | Notre Dame Stadium | Notre Dame, Ind. | Bruins 4, Blackhawks 2 |
2020 | Cotton Bowl | Dallas, Texas | Stars 4, Predators 2 |
2022 | Target Field | Minneapolis, Minn. | Blues 6, Wild 4 |
2023 | Fenway Park | Boston, Mass. | Bruins 2, Penguins 1 |
2024 | T-Mobile Park | Seattle, Wash. | TBD |
Don’t miss the action as these two teams face off in the spectacular Winter Classic, showcasing the thrilling essence of outdoor hockey.