2025 NHL Stadium Series: Blue Jackets vs. Red Wings - Game Preview, Streaming, and History
Catch the 2025 NHL Stadium Series as the Columbus Blue Jackets face the Detroit Red Wings at Ohio Stadium. Preview, streaming info, and team outdoor game history.

The NHL's 2025 Stadium Series continues the league's tradition of bringing hockey outdoors, with the Columbus Blue Jackets set to face the Detroit Red Wings at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. Unlike the nostalgic Winter Classic, the Stadium Series features a more modern aesthetic and is often held in football stadiums.
How to Watch the 2025 NHL Stadium Series
- Date and Time: Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 6 PM ET
- Streaming Platforms: ESPN, ESPN+, and Disney+
- NHL Streaming Hub: Fans can access the game via the NHL's official streaming hub.
- NHL in ASL: ESPN+ will offer an "NHL in ASL" presentation with deaf commentators providing real-time play-by-play and color commentary in American Sign Language.
Team Outdoor Game History
- Columbus Blue Jackets: This marks the Blue Jackets' first outdoor game in franchise history.
- Detroit Red Wings: The Red Wings have a rich outdoor game history, having participated in two Winter Classics (2009, 2014), one Stadium Series (2016), and the Centennial Classic (2017).
Looking Ahead: 2026 NHL Stadium Series
The NHL has already announced the 2026 Stadium Series, where the Boston Bruins will take on the Tampa Bay Lightning at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, on February 1, 2026. For more updates, visit the ESPN NHL hub for the latest news, stats, and schedules.
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