dmac Posted January 4, 2008 Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 Do you think it was enough to lure some fans from America to the NHL? There were rumours starting everywhere that there would another Winter Classic somewhere, but I think if that happens every year, some fans will just get bored of the idea and not be interested anymore. What do you all think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hokkeefan Posted January 4, 2008 Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 they should have at least 1 every year ,its awsome watching them play in real conditions .next year my bet is it will be in montreal with toronto as opponent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceStorm70 Posted January 4, 2008 Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 Do you think it was enough to lure some fans from America to the NHL?There were rumours starting everywhere that there would another Winter Classic somewhere, but I think if that happens every year, some fans will just get bored of the idea and not be interested anymore. What do you all think? I love the idea. One every winter would be awesome. Don't think it really grew the sport much at all. But for us hardcore fans, it brought a tear to my eye. I was sitting indian style in front of the TV on the floor the whole game. Felt like a kid again watching it. I think they should make it an annual game that Buffalo and maybe Detroit host. SImilar to what the NFL does on Thanksgiving (Det/Dal host games only). I'm partial to Buff being 45 min away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evan Posted January 4, 2008 Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 I know alot of people who don't normally watch hockey turned it on, but it probably didn't lure too many people in. The fact it was snowing hard in the 1st and 3rd was pretty cool. Seemed almost planned that it would goto a shootout and Crosby would net the winner. A couple friends called that early into the game. Anyway, I love the outdoor games and hope they continue. -Evan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halifax Posted January 4, 2008 Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 They should have the all-star game outside...people might actually take interest in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egg Posted January 5, 2008 Report Share Posted January 5, 2008 Believe it or not guys...it was the highest rated sports broadcast that day according to the Nielsen ratings...I think it had a 2.8 or something...I am not sure how that translates to new hockey fans, but it does show that there is interest out there...I do agree with Evan though I feel like the game was predictable... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hokkeefan Posted January 5, 2008 Report Share Posted January 5, 2008 They should have the all-star game outside...people might actually take interest in it. damn thats a great idea you should email the great gary bettman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xstioph Posted January 5, 2008 Report Share Posted January 5, 2008 Yeah that actually sounds like the best idea.. Have the All-Star games outside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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