2017 NHL Centennial Classic This panorama of the first-ever NHL Centennial Classic commemorates the 100th anniversary of both the NHL and the Toronto Maple Leafs as they faced-off against Original Six rival Detroit Red Wings, in Toronto's first outdoor NHL game. This outdoor event, held on New Year's Day, continues the League tradition of hosting a regular-season outdoor game at the onset of the new year to celebrate the origin and history of hockey. The NHL Centennial Classic launched year-long celebrations, featuring a variety of ceremonies, recognitions, observances and special events highlighting 100 years of NHL hockey and milestone anniversaries for member clubs.
Welcome to outdoor hockey in Toronto - may it be the beginning of a regular tradition at BMO Field! With the Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Red Wings taking the ice on a beautiful winter's day, with the fans witnessing a thrilling hometown OT victory, this was pure NHL perfection. Printed in brilliant color and perfect focus on high-quality print stock, and complete with a sharp white border that includes the official Centennial Classic logo, the commemorative title, and the above descriptive paragraph, this gameday panorama is both a beauty for the wall, and a great collector's item for years to come. Perfect for the wall of home, office, locker room or arena!
