Undoubtedly, the New York Rangers made a wise choice when it came to their entrance for the Stadium Series game against the New York Islanders. The Rangers made their way to MetLife Stadium earlier today for an outdoor match against their local rivals. This game marked the second event at the stadium, following a game between the Philadelphia Flyers and New Jersey Devils the previous night.
During yesterday’s game, the Flyers entered the stadium in Rocky-themed attire, while the Devils drew inspiration from The Sopranos for their pregame outfits. These costumes truly captured the essence of each city and were undeniably impressive. However, the Rangers took it a step further.
Upon their arrival at MetLife, the Rangers arrived in style, riding in fire trucks and police cars alongside members of the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) and Police Department (NYPD). Not only that, but the players donned jerseys that were color-coded to pay tribute to each department and featured the names of the officers they walked in with.
This extraordinary entrance showcased the Rangers’ appreciation for the men and women who serve and protect the city, something that should be done more often by sports teams. It was a remarkable display that truly set the tone for the game.
To be fair, the Islanders also acknowledged these departments, with head coach Patrick Roy joining in the fire truck ride. However, the Rangers outshone their rivals by actually wearing uniforms that honored the FDNY and NYPD, while the Islanders opted for standard suits.
The highly anticipated game between these two New York teams is set to begin at 3 p.m.
According to the Source outkick.com