The Philadelphia Flyers entered MetLife Stadium in Rocky outfits and the New Jersey Devils channeled the Sopranos.
In the end, the Devils delivered the knockout punch Saturday at the weekend’s first outdoor Stadium Series game.
Nico Hischier and Nathan Bastian scored twice and goalie Nico Daws had a career-best 45 saves as the Devils won 6-3 before 70,328 fans. Philadelphia’s Owen Tippett also had two goals.
Hischier, the Devils captain, scored on a breakaway 32 games into the game to get New Jersey off to a good start as it pulled to within five points of the Flyers in the Metropolitan Division standings. He also added an assist.
The NHL’s remaining outdoor game of the 2023-24 season is another Metropolitan Division affair as the New York Rangers play the New York Islanders on Sunday afternoon at MetLife Stadium.
Here’s what to know about Sunday’s Stadium Series game:
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When is the Rangers vs. Islanders Stadium Series game?
The Rangers and Islanders will play at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday. The Islanders are considered the home team and will have the last line change.
Where is the Rangers vs. Islanders Stadium Series game?
The game is at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. It is the same stadium where the NFL’s New York Giants and New York Jets play.
How can I watch the Stadium Series games?
The game will be broadcast nationally on ABC.
How can I live stream the Stadium Series games?
The game can be streamed on ESPN+ and on the ESPN app.
What is the weather for Sunday’s Stadium Series game?
Sunday’s forecast calls for partly cloudy weather with a game-time temperature of 38, dropping to 36. Winds will be 15 mph.
What are the teams’ records in outdoor games?
The Rangers are 4-0 and the Islanders are 0-1.
What to know about Sunday’s Rangers-Islanders game
The Rangers have won six in a row, lead the Metropolitan Division with 73 points and are three points out of the Eastern Conference lead. They just lost forward Blake Wheeler for at least the rest of the regular season. Matt Rempe could make his NHL debut in the game. The Islanders are five points out of a wild-card spot after making the playoffs last season. Patrick Roy has gone 3-3-2 since replacing Lane Lambert as head coach.