NHL Winter Cup

NHL games are always a winter tradition & because of that, the NHL could create a series of smooth & fun, yet hard playing exhibition games called the NHL Winter Cup. The NHL Winter Cup could be a second NHL All Star Game, except that the teams' divisions could face-off. The NHL Winter Cup could take place on New Years weekend. All Proceeds would go to each team's charity.

Events could consist of appearance from NHL legends, mascots & cheer/dance squads. All games could be televised on the major sports networks.

Here could be the teams' divisions that could face-off, from East to West:

Northeast Division vs Metropolitan Division

(Adams Division Face-Off)

Atlantic Division vs Southeast Division

(Patrick Division Face-Off)

Central Division vs Southwest Division

(Norris Division Face-Off)

Northwest Division vs Pacific Division

(Smythe Division Face-Off)

Athletes would also wear throwback uniforms & pay tributes to classic NHL teams, such as the Colorado Rockies, Minnesota North Stars, Winnipeg Jets (Original), Quebec Nordiques, Hartford Whales & Atlanta Thrashers. The NWHL & AHL could be part of the Winter Cup as well, with match-ups & events similar to NHL.

This could be a great way for Hockey fans to celebrate the New Year.