For the first time in NHL history, an outdoor hockey game will be played in the Carolinas.
The 2023 Stadium Series game is tonight, as the Hurricanes and Capitals meet in the second outdoor game of the season.
For the third time in Stadium Series history, the venue for the event is a college football stadium. The NHL previously played the competition at the University of Minnesota's TCF Bank Stadium and the Navy–Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
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Here is everything you need to know about the location and venue for the 2023 Stadium Series.
Where is the 2023 Stadium Series?
- Venue: Carter-Finley Stadium
- Location: Raleigh, N.C.
The 2023 Stadium Series will be played at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., home to the North Carolina State Wolfpack football program.
Carolina doesn't have to travel far. Carter-Finley Stadium is conveniently located right across the street from PNC Arena, the home of the Hurricanes.
The 2023 Stadium Series is coming to Raleigh!
— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) February 4, 2022
See y'all at Carter-Finley 👊 pic.twitter.com/MXX0Z0RPE6
It is the first time that an outdoor NHL game will be played in North Carolina.
Who is playing in the 2023 Stadium Series?
The 2023 Stadium Series will feature the Hurricanes taking on the Capitals.
It is the first time the Hurricanes will be playing an outdoor game. The franchise has not previously played in a Stadium Series or Winter Classic.
This will be the Capitals' second Stadium Series game. Washington hosted Toronto at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Md., in 2018. They also have played in two Winter Classics.
Previous Stadium Series locations
The Stadium Series was established in 2014 by the NHL, with a total of 12 games taking place prior to this year's event.
While the Stadium Series began with multiple games in a season, the NHL has shifted towards playing just one Stadium Series game per year. It has been played every year since with the exception of 2021 when it was not scheduled due to COVID-19.
The Stadium Series has been played at college football fields, NFL stadiums and MLB ballparks.
| Year | Venue | Location | Matchup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Dodger Stadium | Los Angeles, Calif. | Ducks 3, Kings 0 |
| 2014 | Yankee Stadium | New York, N.Y. | Rangers 7, Devils 3 |
| 2014 | Yankee Stadium | New York, N.Y. | Rangers 2, Islanders 1 |
| 2014 | Soldier Field | Chicago, Ill. | Blackhawks 5, Penguins 1 |
| 2015 | Levi's Stadium | Santa Clara, Calif. | Kings 2, Sharks 1 |
| 2016 | TCF Bank Stadium | Minneapolis, Minn. | Wild 6, Blackhawks 1 |
| 2016 | Coors Field | Denver, Colo. | Red Wings 5, Avalanche 3 |
| 2017 | Heinz Field | Pittsburgh, Pa. | Penguins 4, Flyers 2 |
| 2018 | Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium | Annapolis, Md. | Capitals 5, Maple Leafs 2 |
| 2019 | Lincoln Financial Field | Philadelphia, Pa. | Flyers 4, Penguins 3 |
| 2020 | Falcon Stadium | Colorado Springs, Colo. | Kings 3, Avalanche 1 |
| 2022 | Nissan Stadium | Nashville, Tenn. | Lightning 3, Predators 2 |
What time is the 2023 Stadium Series?
- Date: Saturday, Feb. 18
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
This season's Stadium Series game will take place on Saturday, Feb. 18. Puck drop is set for 8 p.m. ET.
This marks the fourth time the event is being played in February.
What channel is the 2023 Stadium Series on?
- TV channel (U.S.): ABC
- TV channel (Canada): Sportsnet
Fans can watch the game on ABC in the United States.
Fans in Canada can catch the outdoor action on Sportsnet
How to stream the 2023 Stadium Series
- Live stream (U.S.): ESPN+, Sling TV, fuboTV, DirecTV
- Live stream (Canada): SN NOW
For those in the United States looking to live stream the Stadium Series, streaming options include ESPN+, Sling TV, DirecTV and fubo TV which offers a free trial.
Those in Canada can stream the action on SN NOW.
