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It's a little strange that it is the day after USA vs Canada outdoors in Buffalo though. Why not just have the game in Buffalo?

 

I was thinking the same thing.   If you're going to bother doing all the work to setup an outdoor venue at New Era Field, why not use it for an NHL game too?

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I was thinking the same thing.   If you're going to bother doing all the work to setup an outdoor venue at New Era Field, why not use it for an NHL game too?

 

Because it was NYC's turn to *host* a game I guess.

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Man am I pumped for this. The first one was the best one vs the pens (minus Crosby beating Miller). Hope it snows again! Will be looking on stubhub for tickets.

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http://buffalonews.com/2017/03/15/sabres-intrigued-reported-winter-classic-matchup-rangers/

 

 

It seems that the WJC outdoor game is actually a hindrance to Winter Classic being played in Buffalo.

 

It's not believed that the facility can turnover to host two 70,000 plus people events in such a short window.

Maybe not for the Rangers. But imagine Sabres-Leafs on the heels of US-Canada? It'd sell. Easy.

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I just think it's great the Sabres will be in the Winter Classic a second time. May seem pointless to some hockey fans, but many would enjoy having their team in the game. For the Sabres to have their second appearance is very exciting. Place of play isn't going to have an effect on me.

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I just think it's great the Sabres will be in the Winter Classic a second time. May seem pointless to some hockey fans, but many would enjoy having their team in the game. For the Sabres to have their second appearance is very exciting. Place of play isn't going to have an effect on me.

Totally agree. And a great chance for Jack to play on national TV.

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Maybe not for the Rangers. But imagine Sabres-Leafs on the heels of US-Canada? It'd sell. Easy.

Exactly. Lets the Rags play the Island at Citi Field. All these Winter Classic games should be rivalry games. Although NY vs. NY isn't as big as it used to be.

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