Flyers and Devils Pay Tribute to Hometown Characters in NHL Stadium Series
The Philadelphia Flyers and New Jersey Devils showed up dressed as iconic characters from their respective hometowns for the NHL Stadium Series.
Flyers Channel Rocky Balboa
The Philadelphia Flyers arrived at the 2024 Navy Federal Credit Union at MetLife Stadium donning outfits paying homage to Rocky Balboa, the fictional pride of Philadelphia.
The team wore gray sweatsuits, canvas sneakers, and black skull caps, along with fully taped-up hands, replicating the iconic look from the training montage in the movie.
Flyers forward Joel Farabee expressed their excitement about the unique theme, stating that they wanted something that the people of Philly would love and support.
Devils Embrace Sopranos Style
Meanwhile, the New Jersey Devils opted for full Sopranos-style swag, donning various velour track suits.
Drawing inspiration from the legendary HBO series that was set in New Jersey, the Devils brought their own mini cappuccino cups as accessories to complete the look.
Even coach Lindy Ruff joked that he considered joining in on the theme, highlighting the commitment of the team to embody the Sopranos vibe.
A Fun Tribute to Hometown Pride
Both teams showcased their creativity and pride for their respective cities with their themed outfits.
Fans of Rocky and The Sopranos were thrilled to see their beloved characters represented on the ice.
It was a lighthearted and fun moment that added to the excitement of the NHL Stadium Series event.
