It is 45 degrees in Annapolis, Maryland on a sunny Saturday afternoon. Let’s play some hockey.
Despite some scares from yesterday’s wind, it looks like, for now, the game will be held as planned.
Still no glass up around outdoor rink at Navy. Wind warning goes until 6. As of now #Leafs–#Caps still on as scheduled. pic.twitter.com/RR4hU9AaiZ
— Stephen Whyno (@SWhyno) March 3, 2018
Some beloved alumni are on the scene, including Bonzai himself.
Looking forward to a fun weekend with the @Capitals Alumni. Meet us @RamsHeadOnStage in Annapolis before tonight's big game! #StadiumSeries #ALLCAPS pic.twitter.com/Q1vdA34KSn
— Peter Bondra (@PeterBondra12) March 3, 2018
And players are soaking it in.
What a barn. #StadiumSeries #ALLCAPS pic.twitter.com/VusSsf9wdb
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) March 3, 2018
…and getting prepared.
Getting ready for a hockey game in the room. #StadiumSeries #ALLCAPS pic.twitter.com/htzq4jv182
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) March 3, 2018
We here! #StadiumSeries #ALLCAPS pic.twitter.com/sfQfS0qWy0
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) March 3, 2018
But you’re not here for that. You’re here for the pregame soccer ritual, which today features Alex Ovechkin wearing, um, shorts.
A time honored tradition. #StadiumSeries #ALLCAPS pic.twitter.com/OfyCAei6US
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) March 3, 2018
He must work out.
@ovi8 is not bothered by the cold and wind. #StadiumSeries pic.twitter.com/NqBrmM6zyd
— Tom Gulitti (@TomGulittiNHL) March 3, 2018
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