The date is set for the Flyers' outdoor tilt against the New Jersey Devils in East Rutherford.
The date is set for the Flyers' outdoor tilt against the New Jersey Devils in East Rutherford.
It was reported last month that the Philadelphia Flyers and New Jersey Devils would meet in a Stadium Series game at MetLife Stadium next February. Now, the date of the tilt has officially been confirmed.
Saturday evening, the Flyers announced their sixth outdoor appearance will take place February 17 in East Rutherford. The New York Rangers and New York Islanders will face off the following day for an outdoor game of their own.
"We are thrilled to see the Flyers get the opportunity to participate in the 2024 NHL Stadium Series at MetLife Stadium next February," Flyers president of hockey operations Keith Jones said in a statement released by the Flyers.
"This truly will be a unique event to have four division rivalry teams that will bring their respective longtime histories and fan bases to one venue. After covering these premier NHL outdoor events for the last 13 years as a TV analyst, I am looking forward to soaking in Feb. 17 as a member of the Flyers Hockey Operations staff and seeing the team take on the Devils."
The Flyers haven't had much success in their previous five outdoor games with a record of 1-4 in those tilts. Their one outdoor win came against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Lincoln Financial Field in 2019.
"I'm thrilled that the Flyers have been chosen to participate in this special event, and I’m excited to join thousands of other Flyers fans who will be driving up the New Jersey Turnpike to represent the Orange and Black with pride at MetLife Stadium next year," said Flyers governor and Comcast Spectacor CEO Dan Hilferty. "Outdoor games are a great way for our fans to come together to not only cheer on our team, but take part in a unique, memorable experience, as well."