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The Washington Capitals take to the ice at Nationals Park ahead of the Winter Classic

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A general view of Nationals Park ahead of the 2015 Winter ClassicH. Darr Beiser

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Final preparations are made at Nationals Park for the Winter ClassicSusan Walsh/The Associated Press

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Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin stretches with his teammatesH. Darr Beiser

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Washington Capitals goalie Braden Holtby wears a go-pro camera on his head as he reaches for the puckGeoff Burke

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Washington Capitals players skate across center ice during practice at Nationals ParkH. Darr Beiser

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Washington Capitals left wing Alex OvechkinGeoff Burke

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Washington Capitals players skate behind the goal during practiceH. Darr Beiser

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The Washington Capitals practice at Nationals ParkGeoff Burke

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Seat cushions are lined up in the stands for spectators attending the Winter Classic at Nationals Park on ThursdayH. Darr Beiser

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Members of the Washington Capitals, including captain Alex Ovechkin, pose for a team photo following practiceSusan Walsh/The Associated Press

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The Washington Capitals practice on the outdoor hockey rink at Nationals ParkSusan Walsh/The Associated Press

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The sunny weather predicted for Thursday’s game may force the NHL to delay the start in order to cut down on the glareRob Carr/Getty Images

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Eric Fehr of the Washington Capitals takes part in drills with the rest of his teammates at Nationals ParkRob Carr/Getty Images

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Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews leads his teammates to the ice during practiceGeoff Burke

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Blackhawks center Jonathan ToewsGeoff Burke

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Blackhawks goalie Antti Raanta defends the net as left wing Patrick Sharp and defenseman Tim Erixon battle for the puck during practiceGeoff Burke

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Blackhawks goalie Corey CrawfordH. Darr Beiser

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