Look back at Wisconsin hockey's outdoor games, from Lambeau to Chicago
The University of Wisconsin hockey teams will play at Chicago's Wrigley Field on Saturday, adding to a history of modern-era outdoor games that dates to 2006 at Lambeau Field.
Lambeau Field, 2006
The Wisconsin band plays the national anthem at the start of the Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic between Ohio State and Wisconsin, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.
Lambeau Field, 2006
Wisconsin's Ross Carlson, left front, and Ohio State's Sam Campbell (22) battle for the puck behind the Ohio State goal during the first period of the Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic college hockey game Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.
Lambeau Field, 2006
Wisconsin's Robbie Earl (10) tries to shoot past the defense of Ohio State's Nate Guenin during the third period of the Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic college hockey game Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. Wisconsin won 4-2.
Lambeau Field, 2006
Wisconsin's Andrew Joudrey (24) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal in the third period of the Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic college hockey game against Ohio State on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. Wisconsin won 4-2.
Lambeau Field, 2006
Robbie Earl watches a replay on the big screen as his shift ends in the second period. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Ohio State in a hockey game in the Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic at Lambeau Field in Green Bay on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006.
Lambeau Field, 2006
Robbie Earl sends a shot into Ohio State goalie Dave Caruso in the first period. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Ohio State in a hockey game in the Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic at Lambeau Field in Green Bay on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006.
Lambeau Field, 2006
Wisconsin junior Jeff Likens does a Lambeau Leap with the championship trophy after Wisconsin's 4-2 victory over Ohio State in the Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic at Lambeau Field in Green Bay on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2006.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Teammates look on as a Wisconsin player drives toward the Bemidji State goal during the Camp Randall Hockey Classic at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Wisconsin and Bemidji State players watch a loose puck near the Badgers goal during the Camp Randall Hockey Classic at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
A Wisconsin player drives toward the Bemidji State goal during the Camp Randall Hockey Classic at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010. The Badgers won 6-1.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Badgers goaltender Becca Ruegsegger blocks a shot by Bemidji State's Annie Bauerfield during the Camp Randall Hockey Classic at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
A Wisconsin player drives past Bemidji State defenders during the Camp Randall Hockey Classic at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
A Wisconsin player elbows a Bemidji State player in a scramble for the puck during the Camp Randall Hockey Classic at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Wisconsin's Brianna Decker tries to beat Bemidji State goalie Alana McElhinney during the Camp Randall Hockey Classic at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Wisconsin's Jake Gardiner (19), right, defends against Michigan's Carl Hagelin (12) during the first period at the Camp Randall Hockey Classic, Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Wisconsin's Brendan Smith (7) controls puck away from Michigan's Kevin Lynch (11) during the first period at the Camp Randall Hockey Classic, Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010. Smith scored two power-play goals in the third period.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Wisconsin bench erupts after a goal scored by Brendan Smith (7) in the third period against Michigan during the Camp Randall Hockey Classic, Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010. The Badgers won 3-2.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Wisconsin goaltender Scott Gudmandson lifts his mask during a break in action in the game against Michigan in the Camp Randall Hockey Classic, Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Wisconsin's Michael Davies (9) and Blake Geoffrion (5), top, begin to celebrate the game-tying goal by Brendan Smith (7) against Michigan's goaltender Bryan Hogan (35) during the third period at the Camp Randall Hockey Classic, Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010.
Camp Randall Hockey Classic, 2010
Wisconsin's Ryan McDonagh (17) heads to the bench after scoring the first goal against Michigan in the Camp Randall Hockey Classic, Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010. Following behind McDonagh is Blake Geoffrion (5).
Soldier Field, Hockey City Classic, 2013
Minnesota plays Wisconsin in the second period of a college hockey game in the OfficeMax Hockey City Classic at Chicago's Soldier Field, Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013.
Soldier Field, Hockey City Classic, 2013
Minnesota forward Zach Budish (24) is checked to the ice by Wisconsin forward Michael Mersch (25) during the first period of a college hockey game at Chicago's Soldier Field, Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013.Â
Soldier Field, Hockey City Classic, 2013
Wisconsin forward Sean Little (18) keeps Minnesota defenseman Justin Holl (12) from taking a shot on-goal as goalie Joel Rumpel (33) and Jefferson Dahl (14) watch during the third period of a college hockey game at Chicago's Soldier Field, Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013. Wisconsin upset Minnesota 3-2.
Soldier Field, Hockey City Classic, 2013
Wisconsin forward Ryan Little (20) controls the puck as Minnesota forward Nick Bjugstad pursues during the third period of a college hockey game at Chicago's Soldier Field, Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013. Wisconsin won 3-2.Â
Soldier Field, Hockey City Classic, 2013
Minnesota forward Zach Budish (24) is checks to the ice by Wisconsin forward Michael Mersch (25) during the first period of a college hockey game at Chicago's Soldier Field Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013.
Soldier Field, Hockey City Classic, 2013
Wisconsin forward Tyler Barnes, left, side-steps a check attempt by Minnesota defenseman Jake Parenteau during the first period of a college hockey game at Chicago's Soldier Field, Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013.
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