Miami's Unusual Ice Adventure: NHL's Winter Classic Prep

The NHL is getting ready for something big in Miami. They want to host an outdoor hockey game, but Miami is known for its warm weather and beaches, not ice and snow. So, they had to do a test run to see if it would work. They opened the roof of the stadium where the game will happen. It's usually home to a baseball team, the Miami Marlins. When they opened the roof, a few palm trees and umbrellas fell over. But that was about it. The temperature inside stayed cool, just like in a regular indoor hockey game.The NHL has done outdoor games before, but never in Miami. They've learned a lot from other games in different places. They know how to handle cold weather and wind. But Miami is different. It's usually warm and humid there. They tested the ice and the air conditioning. They even used special solution to stop the glass from fogging up. The ice stayed solid, and the air stayed cool. The NHL is happy with how the test went. They think the game will be a success. But they also know that things can change. They're ready to make adjustments if they need to. They want everything to be perfect for the big game. The NHL is excited about this new challenge. They're ready to bring hockey to a place where it's not usually played.