'Road To The Winter Classic' Episode 3 highlights Christmas in Florida
The 2026 NHL Winter Classic will take place on January 2 at loanDepot park in Miami. This year’s event marks the first time the game will be held in Florida, with the New York Rangers facing the Florida Panthers. Rangers captain J.T. Miller will lead his team in a matchup that could also feature two elite Russian goalies for the first time in Winter Classic history.
The Rangers announced J.T. Miller as their captain for the 2026 Winter Classic. This will be his second stint with the team, having previously scored the winning goal in the 2018 Winter Classic against the Sabres. His leadership comes as the Rangers prepare for a high-profile clash in Miami.
In the lead-up to the game, the *Road to the Winter Classic* series highlighted Panthers forward Anton Lundell giving a tour of Florida’s facilities. Meanwhile, Rangers forward Sam Carrick shared childhood memories of helping his grandfather collect maple sap—a tradition tied to his family’s syrup business. The matchup may also make history between the pipes. Sergei Bobrovsky, a future Hall of Famer, remains focused on refining his game despite his accolades. He could face off against Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin, marking the first Winter Classic with two Russian netminders.
The 2026 Winter Classic will bring together key storylines, from Miller’s captaincy to a potential milestone in goaltending. Fans can watch the game on January 2 at loanDepot park, where the Rangers and Panthers will compete in a unique outdoor setting.
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