Winter Classic expected to bring millions to Seattle
FOX 13’s AJ Janavel spoke to fans and businesses excited to host the historic game in town.
On Monday, the Kraken shutout the Las Vegas Knights 3-0 in a unique fashion. Instead of playing at Climate Pledge Arena, the Kraken’s usual home ice, T-Mobile park was transformed into an outdoor rink.
Officials with the Kraken told FOX 13 News the historic game was expected to bring a $30 million dollar economic impact to the city.
Zeman and her family made the trip from Alaska to see the Kraken play. She says her family was staying in town for a few days and stopped at local shops and businesses before the game.
For businesses like the Hatback Bar and Grille, across the street from T-Mobile Park, the extra fans in town were a big help during what is usually a slow time of year.
Following the Kraken’s win over the Knights, Hatback Bar and Grille had a free concert featuring the band Fitz and the Tantrums.
