SB Nation Philly - Winter Classic 2012: Rangers, Flyers To Battle In Philadelphiahttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/48987/philly-fave.png2011-12-29T10:05:46-05:00http://philly.sbnation.com/rss/stream/23994862011-12-29T10:05:46-05:002011-12-29T10:05:46-05:00NHL Winter Classic 2012: Game History, Results, Flyers Vs. Rangers
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<p>In just four days the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.broadstreethockey.com/">Philadelphia Flyers</a> will host the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.blueshirtbanter.com/">New York Rangers</a> in the 2012 edition of the NHL Winter Classic, which will be played at Citizen Bank Park, Jan. 2 (1 p.m. ET on NBC). This will be the second time the Flyers franchise will play in the NHL's annual outdoor game that begin in 2008 when the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.diebytheblade.com/">Buffalo Sabres</a> hosted the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.pensburgh.com/">Pittsburgh Penguins</a> at Ralph Wilson Stadium.</p>
<p>It was just two years ago, that Philadelphia lost in overtime to the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.stanleycupofchowder.com/">Boston Bruins</a>, 2-1, at Fenway Park. It was also the second time in the game's history that the contest couldn't be decided in regulation -- Pittsburgh defeated Buffalo, 2-1, in a shootout.</p>
<p>The recent history of these two legendary Eastern Conference Atlantic Division franchises, features the Flyers and Rangers already playing twice this season, as New York won both contests.</p>
<p>On Nov. 26, the Rangers used goals from center <span>Brad Richards</span> and right winger <span>Brandon Prust</span>, and 29 saves from goaltender <span>Henrik Lundqvist</span> to blank visiting Philadelphia, 2-0.</p>
<p>And, just a few days ago, Dec. 23, the Rangers used another solid effort by Lundqvist (28 saves) to beat the Flyers, 4-2.</p>
<p>Here's a composite final score history of the NHL's Winter Classic:</p>
<p>2008: Pittsburgh Penguins 2, Buffalo Sabres 1 (SO) -- Ralph Wilson Stadium in Buffalo, NY<br>2009: <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.wingingitinmotown.com/">Detroit Red Wings</a> 6, Chicago Black Hawks 4 -- Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL<br><b>2010: Boston Bruins 2, Flyers 1 (OT) -- Fenway Park in Boston, MA</b><br>2011: <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.japersrink.com/">Washington Capitals</a> 3, Penguins 1 -- Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA</p>
<p><i>For more on the Winter Classic, check out SB Nation Philly's </i><a href="http://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/5/12/2168554/report-flyers-favorites-to-host-2012-winter-classic">StoryStream</a><i>. For more on the Flyers, visit our <a target="_blank" href="http://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/12/nhl/teams/philadelphia-flyers">team page</a></i><i> or our blog, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.broadstreethockey.com/">Broad Street Hockey</a></i><i>.</i></p>
https://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/12/29/2668010/2012-winter-classic-history-rangers-vs-flyers-scores-resultsJared Smith2011-12-28T12:40:39-05:002011-12-28T12:40:39-05:002012 Winter Classic: Weather Report Contains Small Chance Of Precipitation
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<p>The 2012 Winter Classic will be played outside with no roof to shield fans from the elements, a flashback to hockey many people are familiar with, hockey played on a frozen pond with breath that shows up as smoke in the air and perhaps a wintry mix of snow flakes falling from the sky.</p>
<p>The atmosphere is exciting and unique, but it also gives fans another variable to pay attention to: the weather report.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.weather.com/weather/wxdetail/USPA1276?dayNum=5">According to Weather.com</a>, the forecast for Jan. 2 -- when the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.broadstreethockey.com/">Philadelphia Flyers</a> host the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.blueshirtbanter.com/">New York Rangers</a> at 1 p.m. at Citizen's Bank Park -- contains just a 10 percent chance of precipitation as of 12:35 p.m. ET on Dec. 28. The high temperature for the day is expected to reach 42 degrees, but the wind could be harsh on those who attend the game: gusts are expected to come from the west at 22 MPH.</p>
<p><i>For more on the Winter Classic, check out SB Nation Philly's </i><a href="http://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/5/12/2168554/report-flyers-favorites-to-host-2012-winter-classic">StoryStream</a><i>. For more on the Flyers, visit our <a target="_blank" href="http://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/12/nhl/teams/philadelphia-flyers">team page</a></i><i> or our blog, <a target="_blank" href="http://www.broadstreethockey.com/">Broad Street Hockey</a></i><i>.</i></p>
https://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/12/28/2666136/winter-classic-2012-weather-reportJay King2011-12-26T10:00:55-05:002011-12-26T10:00:55-05:00NHL Winter Classic 2012: NBC's 'Doc' Emrick Talks Flyers Vs. Rangers
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<p>The 2012 Winter Classic is just one week away, and everyone who's associated with the NHL's annual outdoor game, which this year will be played between the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.broadstreethockey.com/">Philadelphia Flyers</a> and <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.blueshirtbanter.com/">New York Rangers</a> at Citizen Bank Park in Philadelphia, is excited about it.</p>
<p>On Saturday, USAToday.com published an <a href="http://content.usatoday.com/communities/gameon/post/2011/12/interview-nbcs-doc-emrick-on--nhl-winter-classic-new-york-rangers-philadelphia-flyers-nhl-2012-bridgestone-nhl-winter-classic-/1">interview with the contest's play-by-play announcer, NBC's 'Doc' Emrick</a>, who talked about the electric atmosphere that surround the game.</p>
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<p>"It's as close to a Game 7 of a Stanley Cup Final as you can get," said Emrick. "...These guys have been all over the world and they've played a lot of hockey in a lot of venues but this is a special one."</p>
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<p>Emrick was also asked about the rash of head injuries, which have plagued the Flyers, and what the league can do to solve the problem.</p>
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<p>"The analogy of the 500 Mile Race leads me to conclude that widening the rink by even three or four feet," said Emrick, "might make a difference. Seating wise I know there wouldn't be a lot of trouble because normally the lower seats are temporary anyway. I am uncertain of the 30 rinks and how the ice plant could be expanded. I am sure there is ice enough in some---Calgary for example---and building would have to place in others."</p>
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<p>For the full interview with 'Doc' Emrick click on<a href="http://content.usatoday.com/communities/gameon/post/2011/12/interview-nbcs-doc-emrick-on--nhl-winter-classic-new-york-rangers-philadelphia-flyers-nhl-2012-bridgestone-nhl-winter-classic-/1"> this link</a>.</p>
<p><i>For more on the Winter Classic, check out SB Nation Philly's </i><a href="http://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/5/12/2168554/report-flyers-favorites-to-host-2012-winter-classic">StoryStream</a><i>. For more on the Flyers, visit our <a href="http://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/12/nhl/teams/philadelphia-flyers" target="_blank">team page</a></i><i> or our blog, <a href="http://www.broadstreethockey.com/" target="_blank">Broad Street Hockey</a></i><i>. </i></p>
https://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/12/26/2661540/2012-winter-classic-flyers-rangers-doc-emrick-concussionsJared Smith2011-12-24T16:00:38-05:002011-12-24T16:00:38-05:002012 NHL Winter Classic Time Lapse Video
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<p>NHL Network released this great time lapse video of the NHL Winter Classic rink being built at Citizens Bank Park<br><br><br> <iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/nz5JIpdulI0?rel=0" frameborder="0" height="182" width="300"></iframe> <br id="1324755673302"></p>
https://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/12/24/2659730/2012-nhl-winter-classic-time-lapse-videoJason Brewer2011-12-20T19:46:42-05:002011-12-20T19:46:42-05:00Ilya Bryzgalov's Winter Classic Mask Will Pay Tribute To Philly Sports History
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<p>The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.broadstreethockey.com/">Flyers</a> have revealed the mask that will be worn by goalie and noted history buff <a href="../../nhl/players/54622/ilya-bryzgalov" class="sbn-auto-link">Ilya Bryzgalov</a> for the 2012 Winter Classic at Citizens Bank Park. It will pay tribute to Philly sports. From the shot here we can see Reggie White & Mike Schmidt as well as a shot of the Vet and the Harry Kalas memorial patch.<br><br> <a href="http://assets.sbnation.com/assets/831804/bryz-wc-mask_medium.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="Bryz-wc-mask_medium_medium" class="photo" src="http://assets.sbnation.com/assets/831804/bryz-wc-mask_medium_medium.jpg" height="237" width="297"></a> <br id="1324428340545"> <br><a target="_blank" href="http://www.broadstreethockey.com/2011/12/20/2649477/winter-classic-2012-ilya-bryzgalov-bernie-parent-masks">Broad Street Hockey </a>has a video showing more of the Bryz mask as well the one that will be worn by Bernie Parent for the alumni game.</p>
https://philly.sbnation.com/philadelphia-flyers/2011/12/20/2650737/ilya-bryzgalovs-winter-classic-mask-will-pay-tribute-to-philly-sportsJason Brewer