Blue Jackets vs. Red Wings FREE STREAM: Where to watch 2025 NHL Stadium Series at Ohio Stadium (2025)

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio Stadium transforms into a tundra as the Columbus Blue Jackets host the Detroit Red Wings in the latest installment of the NHL Stadium Series today – Saturday, March 1 – in Columbus, Ohio. The matchup is available on multiple streaming services for free.

Today’s matchup will broadcast live on ESPN with the puck dropping at 6 p.m. Eastern. Fans who have parted ways with their local cable provider can catch the action by utilizing streaming alternatives like FuboTV ($20 off first month) and DirecTV Stream, which both offer a free trial.

Sling TV is also offering promotional discounts for new customers.

This game will also stream live on ESPN Plus. You can get a subscription to ESPN Plus for $11.99 per month. Another option is to sign up for an annual subscription for $119.99. Catch a flurry of NHL games and be set for the rest of the season.

How do I watch Blue Jackets vs. Red Wings Stadium Series for free?

You can watch the 2025 NHL Winter Classic between the Blue Jackets and Red Wings for free by utilizing free trials from FuboTV and DirecTV Stream.

The Blue Jackets (29-22-8) enter into the inaugural Hockey at the Horseshoe fresh off a 5-2 victory over the Red Wings in a home-and-home matchup on Feb. 27. They are 3-0-0 since returning from the 4-Nations break. Both teams are tied at 66 points in the standings and hold both Eastern Conference wild-card spots. Detroit owns the tiebreaker.

The Blue Jackets are led by Zach Werenski, who has complied 62 points this season, including 44 assists. Kirill Marchenko leads the team in goals, lighting the lamp 24 times.

Elvis Merzlikins will anchor the net for the Blue Jackets. He touts a 2.96 goals against average with a .895% save percentage.

It’s the first outdoor game in Columbus hockey history.

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The Red Wings (30-23-6) have now lost three of their last five games but overall have been one of the hottest teams in the NHL since the coaching change in late December. They are 17-6-2 since turning to Todd McLellan. Detroit has recently zoned in on its power play, converting six of 13 attempts in the last four games.

Lucas Raymond leads Detroit with 63 points, including 41 assists. Alex DeBrincat has found the net 27 times as a key scoring option.

Cam Talbot will reside in front of the net. He has a 2.89 goals against average and a .905% save percentage this season.

It’s the second Stadium Series matchup and fifth outdoor game in Detroit hockey history.

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What color uniforms will the Blue Jackets and Red Wings wear for 2025 Stadium Series?

The Blue Jackets will don special navy uniforms with the iconic cannon logo while the Red Wings will rock white with Detroit script wordmark across the chest.

How many people will attend Blue Jackets vs. Red Wings 2025 Stadium Series?

The game, which takes place at Ohio State Buckeyes' historic Ohio Stadium, is expected to become the second-most attended NHL game in history, reeling in over 90,000 fans. Ironically, the all-time record is held by Michigan stadium, where 105,491 fans watched the Red Wings lose in a shootout to the Toronto Maple Leafs back in 2014.

What is the forecast for Blue Jackets vs. Red Wings 2025 Stadium Series?

Fans can expect temperatures in the 30’s and a slight chance of snow flurries.

Who is announcing Blue Jackets vs. Red Wings 2025 Stadium Series?

Sean McDonough (play-by-play) and Ray Ferraro (analyst) will be the announcers. Marty Smith, Emily Kaplan, and Kevin Weekes will be the reporters.

What are the latest odds for Blue Jackets vs. Red Wings?

Moneyline: CBJ: (-110), DET: (-110)

Puck spread: CBJ: +1.5, DET: -1.5

Over/Under: 6.5

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Here’s more information on how to watch Blue Jackets-Red Wings on TV and streaming services:

What: NHL 2025 Stadium Series: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Detroit Red Wings

When: Saturday, March 1, 2025

Time: 6 p.m. Eastern

Where: Ohio Stadium | Columbus, Ohio

Channel: ESPN

Best streaming options: FuboTV (free trial and $20 off first month), DirecTV Stream (free trial), Sling TV (promotional offers for new customers) and ESPN Plus.

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