Pop sensation Justin Bieber showcased his skills on the ice ahead of the much-anticipated 2024 NHL All-Star Game at Scotiabank Arena. The inclusion of Bieber added a touch of glamour to the event, with Team Matthews, representing the Toronto Maple Leafs, featuring Bieber as their celebrity captain alongside captain Auston Matthews and co-captain Morgan Rielly.
NHL Network gave fans a sneak peek into Bieber's on-ice preparations by sharing a clip on X (formerly Twitter). The video captured Bieber engaged in puck shooting. The caption accompanying the clip reads:
"@justinbieber getting loose 👀,"
The reactions from NHL fans flooded in, reflecting a mix of amusement and enthusiasm.
One fan couldn't help but comment on the star treatment Bieber was receiving:
"Biebs getting the Make a Wish treatment. What a league."
Another fan took note of Bieber's skills, praising his wrist shot:
"Good wrister by The Biebs. He’s comfortable out there on the ice. He’s been there before."
However, not all reactions were positive, as one fan pled for a break from unexpected celebrity appearances, writing:
"Lord…. I’ll never complain about seeing Taylor Swift so much again….just make it stop please."
Justin Bieber at the 2024 Honda/Rogers NHL All-Star Game
Justin Bieber took center stage at the 2024 Honda/Rogers NHL All-Star Game in Toronto, making a striking fashion entrance. The pop singer, donning a vibrant pink oversized jacket adorned with light pink polka dots, made a bold statement as he graced the Scotiabank Arena.
As the celebrity captain for Team Matthews, Bieber's fashion brand, "Drew House," played a role in designing this year's All-Star Game jerseys.
Post-arrival, Justin Bieber engaged with his Team Matthews teammates in the locker room, sharing laughs with Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner during pregame rituals. Marner even dubbed Bieber's outfit a "winning jacket" in a Maple Leafs' video.
Later, Justin Bieber switched into the blue Team Matthews jersey and laced up his skates, joining his team on the ice for warmups. Despite the focus on having fun, Team Matthews carries a competitive spirit into the game.
Team Matthews
William Nylander (F) Toronto Maple Leafs
Mitch Marner (F) Toronto Maple Leafs
Jake Oettinger (G) Dallas Stars
Clayton Keller (F) Arizona Coyotes
Mathew Barzal (F) New York Islanders
Igor Shesterkin (G) New York Rangers
Filip Forsberg (F) Nashville Predators
Alex DeBrincat (F) Detroit Red Wings
Vincent Trocheck (F) New York Rangers