The outdoor game in Orchard Park, N.Y., between Team USA and Team Canada had it all on Friday.
Wintery scenes, frozen fans, and a high-stakes matchup between two bitter rivals that went down to the wire, providing a unique setting that allowed for some awesome photos from what was a special afternoon of hockey.
Here's a collection of some of the best photos from Canada versus USA at New Era Field:
Hockey in a football stadium, what more could you ask for on beautiful December day?
Plenty of solid end-to-end action, despite a snow-covered ice surface.
Carter Hart stood tall for Canada, but it wasn't enough, as the Americans won 4-3 in a shootout.
The cold temperatures didn't discriminate, affecting both Canadian and American supporters.
Team USA versus Team Canada is always a tight-checking affair, and Friday's contest did not disappoint.
Calgary Flames second-round pick and Team Canada captain Dillon Dube celebrates his first-period goal.
Happier times for the fans in red and white didn't last long, as the Canadians let a 3-1 lead slip away.
Lots of snow and cameramen in the corners at New Era Field.
(Photos courtesy: Getty Images)
