Wrigley Field shines as Winter Classic draws fans despite struggling Blackhawks and Blues

chicagotribune.com — January 1, 2025 at 02:01 AM UTC

The 2024 NHL Winter Classic took place at Wrigley Field, featuring the Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues. Despite the Blackhawks' poor performance this season, the event drew significant fan engagement and excitement, showcasing Wrigley Field's versatility beyond baseball. The Blackhawks, currently at the bottom of the NHL standings, faced the Blues in a game that ended in a 6-2 loss. This marked a stark contrast to their previous Winter Classic appearance when they were championship contenders. Wrigley Field has hosted various events in 2024, including concerts and soccer matches, attracting large crowds. The venue's popularity continues to grow, demonstrating its ability to host diverse events independent of the Cubs' performance.

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[1.8]
Billy Corgan leads crowd in singing at NHL Winter Classic in Chicago (loudersound.com)
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Blackhawks lose 6-2 to Blues in Winter Classic as Fowler scores twice (yardbarker.com)
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Blues win Winter Classic as Oilers and Avalanche continue strong runs (yardbarker.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (pennlive.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (wcvb.com)
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Blackhawks suffer 6-2 defeat to Blues in Winter Classic, players express frustration (yardbarker.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in festive Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (kcra.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (wmur.com)
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Blackhawks suffer fifth straight loss in Winter Classic against Blues (theathletic.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (news.yahoo.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (news.yahoo.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (thestar.com)
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Wrigley Field hosts NHL Winter Classic for second time as Blackhawks fall to Blues (chicago.suntimes.com)
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Cam Fowler shines with two goals as Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in Winter Classic (apnews.com)
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Cam Fowler leads Blues to victory over Blackhawks in 1,000th game at Winter Classic (yardbarker.com)
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Cam Fowler scores twice in 1,000th game as Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in Winter Classic (theathletic.com)
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Blackhawks fall 6-2 to Blues in Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (chicagotribune.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in 2025 Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (sportingnews.com)
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Wrigley Field shines as Winter Classic draws fans despite struggling Blackhawks and Blues (chicagotribune.com)
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Cam Fowler shines with two goals in Blues' 6-2 Winter Classic win over Blackhawks (news.yahoo.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (bleacherreport.com)
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Cam Fowler shines with two goals in Blues' 6-2 victory over Blackhawks in Winter Classic (thestar.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (cbssports.com)
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Blues defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in 2025 NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (bleacherreport.com)
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Blackhawks fans celebrate outdoor hockey at Wrigley despite rainy weather and team struggles (chicagotribune.com)
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Cam Fowler scores historic goal in 1,000th NHL game at Winter Classic (yardbarker.com)
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Blackhawks and Blues prepare for Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (apnews.com)
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Blackhawks and Bedard travel to Wrigley Field for Winter Classic against Blues (thestar.com)
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Blackhawks and Bedard take train to Wrigley Field for Winter Classic against Blues (hindustantimes.com)
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Chicago hosts 2025 Winter Classic with Blackhawks and Blues at Wrigley Field (espn.com)
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Bedard and Blackhawks travel by train to Wrigley Field for Winter Classic against Blues (independent.co.uk)
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Chicago Blackhawks face St. Louis Blues in NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (chicagotribune.com)
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Winter Classic returns to Wrigley Field as Blackhawks face Blues in historic rematch (masslive.com)
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Blues and Blackhawks set for NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (nj.com)
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Chicago Blackhawks face St. Louis Blues in NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (pennlive.com)
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Blues and Blackhawks face off in NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (whattowatch.com)
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Blues prepare for Winter Classic against Blackhawks at Wrigley Field (stltoday.com)
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Connor Bedard shines as main attraction for NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (chicago.suntimes.com)
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NHL Winter Classic set for December 31 at Wrigley Field with Blackhawks and Blues (chicagotribune.com)
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Wrigley Field hosts Blackhawks and Blues ahead of NHL Winter Classic (theathletic.com)
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Blackhawks to host Blues in NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field with free fan fest (abc7chicago.com)
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Wrigley Field to host first New Year's Eve NHL Winter Classic featuring Blackhawks and Blues (edition.cnn.com)
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Chicago Blackhawks face St. Louis Blues in 2025 NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (techradar.com)
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Blues favored over Blackhawks in 2024 NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (cbssports.com)
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Blues and Blackhawks face off in 2025 NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field (tomsguide.com)
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NHL Winter Classic features Blackhawks and Blues at Wrigley Field today at 5 p.m. ET (sportingnews.com)
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Bedard shines in practice at Wrigley Field ahead of Winter Classic against Blues (triblive.com)
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Blackhawks and Blues practice at Wrigley Field for Winter Classic showdown (sportsnet.ca)
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NHL Winter Classic features Blackhawks and Blues at Wrigley Field (yardbarker.com)
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Bedard shines in practice at Wrigley Field ahead of Winter Classic against Blues (thestar.com)
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Blackhawks face tough challenge in Winter Classic against Blues as struggles continue (chicago.suntimes.com)
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Bedard shines in practice at Wrigley Field ahead of Winter Classic against Blues (thestar.com)
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Bedard shines in practice at Wrigley Field ahead of Winter Classic against Blues (news.yahoo.com)
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New York Rangers take on Florida Panthers in NHL regular season matchup (nj.com)
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