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2026 NHL Stadium Series: Lightning and Bruins Unveil Unique Jerseys

12/13/2025

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Summary

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The 2026 NHL Stadium Series will be held February 1 at Raymond James Stadium, the first outdoor NHL game in a Florida football stadium.
The Tampa Bay Lightning will wear sky blue pirate-inspired jerseys reflecting Tampa's culture.
Kevin Preast, Chief Venue Officer for the Lightning, says the jerseys honor the community and the team's history.
The Boston Bruins will wear gold jerseys with sun motifs to honor their New England roots.

History

Historical Context

The 2003 Heritage Classic at Edmonton's Commonwealth Stadium marked the NHL's first outdoor regular season game, drawing 57,167 fans despite frigid temperatures. This event, inspired by the 2001 "Cold War" game, led to the establishment of annual outdoor games like the Winter Classic and Stadium Series, enhancing community engagement and showcasing regional identities, as seen in the upcoming 2026 Stadium Series in Tampa Bay.

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Story summary

The 2026 NHL Stadium Series will be held February 1 at Raymond James Stadium, the first outdoor NHL game in a Florida football stadium.
The Tampa Bay Lightning will wear sky blue pirate-inspired jerseys reflecting Tampa's culture.
Kevin Preast, Chief Venue Officer for the Lightning, says the jerseys honor the community and the team's history.
The Boston Bruins will wear gold jerseys with sun motifs to honor their New England roots.

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