The New York Rangers and New York Islanders made history on March 24th with the broadcast of the first-ever NHL game in 3D.  MSG delivered the ground-breaking picture to roughly 2,500 viewers at The Theater at Madison Square Garden, including Rangers alumni Mark Messier, Adam Graves, Ron Duguay, Nick Fotiu, Dan Blackburn and Ron Greschner.

“MSG has been a leader in delivering emerging technology to our viewers, and a leader in high quality original programming, including a record 64 Emmy nominations this year,” said Michael Bair, president, MSG Media.  “We were the first regular providers of high-definition sports telecasts with Knicks and Rangers games more than a decade ago, and we’re excited to continue this tradition of providing the most innovative and creative telecasts to our audience.”

So how did it look?

“This 3D game was really amazing – shooting it from behind the goal, coming in from the corners were unbelievable,” Greschner said.  “I’m not sure if it will help sell the game or not, but it might make it more entertaining.  I enjoyed watching it like that.”

According to Greschner, the only part that still needs improvement is how the cameras capture the depth perception at center ice.  But he said he believes MSG is up for the challenge.

“If anybody can do it, Madison Square Garden can,” Greschner said.  “I think they’ll perfect it.”