Photos: Winter Classic alumni game

December, 31, 2011
12/31/11
4:44
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By ESPN.com | ESPN.com
Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at Citizens Bank ParkDave Sandford/NHLI via Getty ImagesWith the sun shining directly on the ice on Saturday, the ice stayed covered until about an hour before the alumni game.
Mark Recchi, John LeClair, Eric Lindros and Jeremy RoenickDave Sandford/NHLI via Getty ImagesThere were some familiar names on the back of the jerseys in the Flyers' locker room.
Mike Gartner, John VanbiesbroukJim McIsaac/Getty ImagesMike Gartner and John Vanbiesbrouck talk during warmups.
Eric LindrosLen Redkoles/NHLI via Getty ImagesEric Lindros received the loudest reception from the Philadelphia fans.
Bernie ParentDave Sandford/Getty Images"Bernie! Bernie! Bernie!" echoed throughout the park for the affable goalie Bernie Parent.
New York Rangers AlumniBrian Babineau/Getty ImagesMark Messier and the Rangers alumni celebrate a goal.
Mark HoweJim McIsaac/Getty ImagesMark Howe scores on a penalty shot against Dan Blackburn in the third period.
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