St. Louis Blues 2017 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Busch Stadium (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)
The St. Louis Blues and their fans had a once in a lifetime experience four years ago. Things are definitely different now, but connect in strange, little ways.
When the St. Louis Blues got awarded the 2017 Bridgestone Winter Classic, fans were extremely excited. Few Blues fans believed the team would ever even play in a Winter Classic, much less host one.
However, when January 2, 2017 arrived, Mother Nature had different plans than a perfect day. It was slightly above freezing, which the organizers of these outdoor events have proven is no big deal.