Wrigley Field is the host of the 2025 Winter Classic, a yearly outdoor hockey series within the NHL. Along with the NHL game, the outdoor ice can be used for additional games, and the Big Ten is taking full advantage of the opportunity.
The conference has scheduled three men’s games and one women’s game to happen outside in Chicago. Michigan State was one of the featured teams.
The Spartans will square off against the Wisconsin Badgers on Jan. 4, the conference announced:
Wrigley Field outdoor rink hockey schedule:
Dec 31: Blackhawks vs Blues
Jan 3: Penn State vs Notre Dame (men’s)
Jan. 3: Ohio State vs Michigan (men’s)
Jan 4: Ohio State vs Wisconsin (women’s)
Jan 4: Wisconsin vs Michigan State (men’s) pic.twitter.com/I0sjvDlZf9— Ben Pope (@BenPopeCST) August 15, 2024
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