Thursday, 1 January 2015

Watch the awesome 2015 Winter Classic introductions


Skating in through the Capitol Building is so cool.


Nationals Park might not be the storied venue we're used to seeing during the Winter Classic, but there's no question the nation's capital provides a unique opportunity for grand pageantry.


The NHL took full advantage of this for the 2015 edition of the Winter Classic, creating one of the coolest introduction ceremonies in recent memory. First, fireworks!


fireworks


That was the signal for the Chicago Blackhawks and Washington Capitals to emerge from a model Capitol Building and skate in on the "reflecting pool".



Then a gigantic flag was unfurled, as is the custom for important events.


flag


The national anthem was sung by a chorus of military men.



Which was then followed by the customary flyover.


flyover


Overall, it was perhaps the best pregame ceremony in years for this marquee event. Kudos, NHL.






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