Fansided · Dec 8, 2025
The 2026 NHL Winter Classic preparation checklist
Florida Panthers 2025 Stanley Cup Final Victory Parade | Eliot J. Schechter/GettyImagesWith less than four weeks until the 2026 NHL Discovery Winter Classic, the first-ever outdoor hockey game in Florida, it's time to get fully prepared. Another cold front adds even more excitement, but no snow is expected in the January weather forecast.
Welcome to Pantherland
On November 19, the NHL, the Florida Panthers, and the New York Rangers revealed the official logo and uniforms for the upcoming Winter Classic. The Cats jersey design satisfies anyone who missed a vintage "panther", yet it's chic, contemporary, and authentic. The reactions were mixed.