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The first winter classic was held in 2008 at buffalos Ralph Wilson stadium it featured the buffalo sabers vs Pittsburgh penguins.
The penguins won in a shootout 2-1 on a goal by Sidney Crosby
The first Winter Classic was played at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, NY on January 1, 2008 between the Buffalo Sabres and the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The first 2 teams were the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Buffalo Sabers. The penguins won the game in a shoot out Crosby had the winning goal. Pens won.