The flag football game that's more fun than fierce will be held at Moscone Center South Building (747 Howard St., SoMa) and broadcast on YouTube on February 7th. In the days leading up to the main event, the athletes will play the 2026 Pro Bowl Games at the same place on February 3rd. Those watching from home will find the event on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, and Disney XD beginning at 3:30pm.
The entire championship roster including former General Manager Jim Rutherford and head coach peter Laviolette, is expected to share stories and participate in question-and-answer period. Players expected to be involved include Rod Brind' Amour, Glen Wesley, Eric Staal, Cam Ward, Justin Williams, Ray Whitney, Erik Cole, Mark Recchi, Doug Weight, Andrew Ladd, Mike Commodore, Bret HEdican, Niclas Wallin, Martin Gerber, Aaron Ward, Chad LaRose, and Andrew Hutchinson.
Titled "Upside Down Invasion: Stranger Things," the float injects a dose of eerie dimension-hopping drama into the lineup of Broadway casts, giant balloons and high-kicking marching bands. Netflix says the installation will "thrill audiences on the streets of New York and across America as a demogorgon creates chaos along the parade route." Consider it a festive reminder that sometimes you need more than stuffing and a stretchy waistband. You might also need telekinesis.