The National Hockey League (NHL) has announced that the 2022-2023 season’s Global Series will feature four teams playing games in Sweden. The Toronto Maple Leafs, Detroit Red Wings, Ottawa Senators, and Minnesota Wild will all travel to Stockholm to participate in the series.
The NHL Global Series is an initiative that began in 2017 and aims to bring NHL games to international markets. The series has previously featured games in countries such as China, Finland, Germany, and Switzerland. The upcoming series in Sweden will mark the first time that the country has hosted the NHL Global Series.
The games will take place at the Ericsson Globe in Stockholm, which is the largest hemispherical building in the world and has a seating capacity of over 13,000 for hockey games. The arena has previously hosted NHL games, including the 2009-2010 season’s NHL Premiere series, which featured four games between NHL teams.
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators will kick off the series with a game on November 10th, followed by a game between the Detroit Red Wings and Minnesota Wild on November 12th. The four teams will then face off in a doubleheader on November 13th, with the Maple Leafs taking on the Wild and the Senators playing against the Red Wings.
The NHL Global Series provides an opportunity for fans around the world to experience NHL hockey firsthand. It also allows NHL teams to expand their fan base and promote the sport in new markets. The series is also beneficial for players, who get to travel to new countries and experience different cultures while playing the game they love.
The upcoming series in Sweden is particularly significant for Swedish players in the NHL. Sweden has produced many talented hockey players over the years, including current NHL stars such as Victor Hedman, Filip Forsberg, and Elias Pettersson. The opportunity to play in front of their home country fans is sure to be a special experience for these players.
In addition to the games themselves, the NHL Global Series also includes community outreach programs, player appearances, and other events designed to engage fans and promote the sport. These initiatives help to build a lasting connection between the NHL and international markets, and contribute to the growth of hockey around the world.
Overall, the 2022-2023 NHL Global Series promises to be an exciting event for hockey fans in Sweden and around the world. With four talented teams set to compete in one of the world’s most iconic arenas, the series is sure to provide plenty of thrilling moments and unforgettable memories.
