10 photos you need to see from the 2015 Winter Classic

The Winter Classic is the most photogenic event on the NHL calendar and the 2015 edition was no exception.

Excellent ice conditions and clear skies combined to allow the Washington Capitals and the Chicago Blackhawks to play a fast-paced, exciting game while spectators enjoyed the scene at Nationals Park.

Here are 10 photos you need to see from the day's events:

Players entered the field from a replica of the U.S. Capitol.

Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin looks focused as he stretches out prior to the start of the game.

Ovechkin's focus pays off in the first period when he scores to give Washington a 2-0 lead.

Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews carries the puck out from behind Washington's net in first-period action.

Capitals fans cheer on their team from afar.

Washington defenseman Matt Niskanen crushes Brandon Saad in open ice.

The teams line up for a faceoff with Nationals Park looming in the background.

Saad tips the puck in to tie the game for Chicago.

Washington celebrates after Troy Brouwer scores a power-play goal in the final minute of the third period to put the Capitals ahead.

Fireworks fill the sky above Nationals Park as the Capitals celebrate their victory.

Coaches Barry Trotz and Joel Quenneville shake hands in a jovial manner following the spirited contest.