In honor of the tragic passing of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, here is a list of the designated driving programs at each NHL stadium. This list will be categorized by team and include where to sign up, and any incentives to signing up.
Anaheim Ducks – Honda Center
Sign up at Guest Services in section 214; the incentives include an entry for a chance to win a $200 gift card to the Ducks Team Store. They will also provide discount codes for Lyft rides on Holidays.
Carolina Hurricanes – PNC Arena
Sign up at The Good Sport Designated Driver Station in section 127, right across from Guest Services.
Calgary Flames – Scotiabank Saddledome
Sign up at the Budweiser Good Sport booth, the incentive is a coupon for a free soft drink and you will be entered to win a Good Sport gift package.
Los Angeles Kings – Crypto.com Arena
Sign up at Guest Services on the Main Concourse across from Aisle 12 or on the Upper Concourse across from Aisle 6. The incentive is a coupon for a free non-alcoholic beverage.
Edmonton Oilers – Rogers Place
Sign up at Guest Services in sections 121, 129, or 130; the incentive is a coupon for a free soft drink.
Vancouver Canucks – Rogers Arena
Sign up here and show the confirmation screen at any concession stand or Guest services in sections 104, 114, or 310 to receive a free Budweiser Zero (non-alcoholic beer).
Chicago Blackhawks – United Center
Sign up at the Gate 2 or Gate 6 Guest Relations Booth, you must be 21+ but you will receive a coupon for one free fountain soda.
Colorado Avalanche – Ball Arena
Sign up at any Guest Relations Kiosk for more information, must be 21.
Dallas Stars – American Airlines Center
Sign up at Guest Relations across from Section 104 or Section 326; the incentive is a promotional giveaway item.
Detroit Red Wings – Little Caesars Arena
Sign up using the District Detroit App and receive a unique code for a free soft drink.
Florida Panthers – Amerant Bank Arena
Sign up at Guest Relations on the Plaza Concourse at Section 127. Guests who sign up will be entered into a monthly promotional drawing for a Amerant Bank Arena concessions gift card.
Ottawa Senators – Canadian Tire Center
Sign up, or receive more information at the Guest Services Booth behind Section 201 on the Main Concourse.
Tampa Bay Lightning – Amalie Arena
Sign up on the Amalie Arena app and receive a coupon for a free non-alcoholic beverage.
Toronto Maple Leafs – Scotiabank Arena
Sign up at Guest Services located at Gate 1 or Section 301 to receive a coupon for a free Coors Edge (non-alcoholic beer) and entry to an end-of-season raffle. Must be 19 or older to sign up.
New Jersey Devils – Prudential Center
Sign up outside of Club Lounge East near Section 17 to receive a free drink coupon and be entered into a raffle for a prize pack.
Pittsburgh Penguins – PPG Paints Arena
Sign up at the Designated Driver Booth sponsored by Coors Light to receive a coupon for a free soft drink.
Washington Capitals – Capital One Arena
Sign up at the Designated Driver Booth at Section 108. The incentive is an entry in a raffle for promotional giveaways and prizes.
Seattle Kraken – Climate Pledge Arena
Download the Kraken app for a free public transit ticket.
The following teams/arenas offer a designated driver program, but have no further information available online. Visit Guest Services for more information:
– San Jose Sharks – SAP Center
– Vegas Golden Knights – T-Mobile Arena
– Minnesota Wild – Xcel Energy Center
– Nashville Predators – Bridgestone Arena
– St. Louis Blues – Enterprise Center
– Winnipeg Jets – Canada Life Centre
– Boston Bruins – TD Garden
– Buffalo Sabres – KeyBank Center
– Columbus Blue Jackets – Nationwide Arena
– Philadelphia Flyers – Wells Fargo Center
The following teams/arenas do not offer a designated driver program at this time:
– Montreal Canadiens – Bell Centre
– New York Islanders – UBS Arena
In addition to these options, many of the arenas are very close to public transportation. As we all head into the new season, drink responsibly and always drive safe and sober.
At Inside The Rink, we extend our deepest condolences to the Gaudreau Family, including Matthew’s wife, Madeline, and Johnny’s wife, Meredith, and children Noa and Johnny. We also extended our condolences to teammates, friends, and fans.
