Friday, October 10, 2008
IceHL: Pacific Deadline
Just reminding everyone that this weekend is the deadline for logo submissions for the IceHL's Pacific Division. Get your artwork in by Sunday at the latest if you want it considered in the voting process!
Freak Out Friday XLIII
Another short edition of Freak Out Friday is upon us. We'll dive right in, starting with the St. Louis Blues. Here's an interesting alternate jersey.
And what has the Detroit Red Wings' jersey been missing all these years? Wings?
I don't really get this one but someone obviously put at least 10 minutes into making it.
And finally, our buddy Dave Delisle from last time is back with more. What do all of these jerseys have in common?
Keep all your odd artwork coming so Freak Out Friday can continue!
And what has the Detroit Red Wings' jersey been missing all these years? Wings?
I don't really get this one but someone obviously put at least 10 minutes into making it.
And finally, our buddy Dave Delisle from last time is back with more. What do all of these jerseys have in common?
Keep all your odd artwork coming so Freak Out Friday can continue!
NHL Third Jersey Schedule
A handful of teams have released schedules for when they'll be wearing their third jersey throughout the season. Others, I suppose, want to keep it a surprise — like the Maple Leafs.
From the information that's been released, I'm putting together a master third jersey schedule. Here's what we've got so far.
Click to enlarge. Abbreviations: Deb - Debut for third jersey; O6 - Worn against Original Six team; 1st - Worn in first game of the season; Fin - Worn in finale game of the season; Rd - Worn in a road game.
At some point, I'll make this spreadsheet available via Google Docs. For now, have a look. See how many times your favorite team shows up either wearing a third jersey for facing a team that is.
Carolina, Edmonton and Atlanta dominate the list because they are the only three teams that have released complete schedules (that I know of).
By the way, I've read the comments and emails. I know you guys are longing for concept art but it's been pretty nuts around here with all the third jersey news. I haven't quite had time for it. But fret not, I'll have a treat for you later today. It's Friday!
From the information that's been released, I'm putting together a master third jersey schedule. Here's what we've got so far.
Click to enlarge. Abbreviations: Deb - Debut for third jersey; O6 - Worn against Original Six team; 1st - Worn in first game of the season; Fin - Worn in finale game of the season; Rd - Worn in a road game.
At some point, I'll make this spreadsheet available via Google Docs. For now, have a look. See how many times your favorite team shows up either wearing a third jersey for facing a team that is.
Carolina, Edmonton and Atlanta dominate the list because they are the only three teams that have released complete schedules (that I know of).
By the way, I've read the comments and emails. I know you guys are longing for concept art but it's been pretty nuts around here with all the third jersey news. I haven't quite had time for it. But fret not, I'll have a treat for you later today. It's Friday!
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Leafs Go With Third For Opener
The Toronto Maple Leafs began their season on a high note, defeating the Stanley Cup Champion Detroit Red Wings tonight. And they did so wearing their new third jersey — unveiled earlier this week. That makes the Leafs the first team to wear a third jersey in the Rbk EDGE era. Hooray for them. Pics ensue!
credit: Gregory Shamus / Getty Images
First up, Niklas Hagman in action in his new alternate uniform.
credit: Michael Sackett / US PRESSWIRE
That would be Mike Van Ryn above. And below, I have to say, I did not recognize Pavel Kubina in that No. 77 sweater.
credit: Michael Sackett / US PRESSWIRE
Kubina was No. 13 forever when he played for the Lightning but I believe opted for for No. 31 when first joining the Leafs.
Whatever, not the point. The point is, the first third jersey has hit the ice. A momentous night!
Bolts, Flyers Thirds Leak!
My Reebok mole — who shall remain nameless to protect the innocent — has more offerings. I first broke these during the Live Chat earlier tonight, so if you participated or watched the replay, then you already know.
I have high quality promotional images for the third jerseys of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Philadelphia Flyers to share with you today. My team first.
All the rumors were right for the Lightning's new third jersey. It's blue and it spells BOLTS right across the front, slanting downward. Even looking at it now, the colloquialism surprises me. It's an unusual sight for a professional sports uniform — but then so was a giant humanoid duck bursting from beneath a sheet of ice until 1995.
The first thing you'll probably notice is the obviously misspelling of Lecavalier on the back of the jersey. That particular image was probably never meant to be made public. Oops. But allow me to draw your attention away from that and to the bottom of the sweater.
Notice the TAMPA BAY stitched along the black stripe? Are we taking a page out of the Kings' book now? At least it's on the back. So speaking as a Lightning fan, there are some things I'm not thrilled with, but overall I'm happy with it and I will be wearing it on Christmas morning — likely before then too.
Next we move onto the Lightning's first ever playoff foe, the Philadelphia Flyers. This is another one the rumors got right. But then we've known what it will look like since March when cell phone photos first surfaced.
The Flyers are joining the handful of teams going retro with their new third jerseys — as you can see.
No egregious spelling errors on this jersey, but the nameplate is a cool feature. They're leaving out no detail on this throwback sweater, opting for black text on a white nameplate on an orange jersey. Bold. Well done.
You may have noticed the orange numbers on the sleeves seem to be overlapping onto the orange of the jersey. I'm not sure if this is accurate as the numbers were clearly added digitally and weren't on the photographed jersey. For that, we'll have to wait for the official announcement and unveiling by the team.
Keep in mind that these images are not from the teams and I do not consider them to be official unveilings. They're leaks and I almost feel bad about posting them, ruining the surprises for the teams. However, they're out now and I'd like to get your feedback.
By the way, if you decide to post these images elsewhere on the interwebs, I'd love it if you could link back to Icethetics!
I have high quality promotional images for the third jerseys of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Philadelphia Flyers to share with you today. My team first.
All the rumors were right for the Lightning's new third jersey. It's blue and it spells BOLTS right across the front, slanting downward. Even looking at it now, the colloquialism surprises me. It's an unusual sight for a professional sports uniform — but then so was a giant humanoid duck bursting from beneath a sheet of ice until 1995.
The first thing you'll probably notice is the obviously misspelling of Lecavalier on the back of the jersey. That particular image was probably never meant to be made public. Oops. But allow me to draw your attention away from that and to the bottom of the sweater.
Notice the TAMPA BAY stitched along the black stripe? Are we taking a page out of the Kings' book now? At least it's on the back. So speaking as a Lightning fan, there are some things I'm not thrilled with, but overall I'm happy with it and I will be wearing it on Christmas morning — likely before then too.
Next we move onto the Lightning's first ever playoff foe, the Philadelphia Flyers. This is another one the rumors got right. But then we've known what it will look like since March when cell phone photos first surfaced.The Flyers are joining the handful of teams going retro with their new third jerseys — as you can see.
No egregious spelling errors on this jersey, but the nameplate is a cool feature. They're leaving out no detail on this throwback sweater, opting for black text on a white nameplate on an orange jersey. Bold. Well done.
You may have noticed the orange numbers on the sleeves seem to be overlapping onto the orange of the jersey. I'm not sure if this is accurate as the numbers were clearly added digitally and weren't on the photographed jersey. For that, we'll have to wait for the official announcement and unveiling by the team.
Keep in mind that these images are not from the teams and I do not consider them to be official unveilings. They're leaks and I almost feel bad about posting them, ruining the surprises for the teams. However, they're out now and I'd like to get your feedback.
By the way, if you decide to post these images elsewhere on the interwebs, I'd love it if you could link back to Icethetics!
Goalies Get New Looks
Lots of emails on this. Martin Brodeur has had his mask repainted and Dwayne Roloson debuted his specially-designed third jersey equipment.
Brodeur is changing a mask design he hasn't touched in years while Roloson will wear a special mask paying homage to Oiler great Grant Fuhr.
There will be further coverage of both of these items at a later date. For now, discuss...
Brodeur is changing a mask design he hasn't touched in years while Roloson will wear a special mask paying homage to Oiler great Grant Fuhr.
There will be further coverage of both of these items at a later date. For now, discuss...
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Thrashers Unveil Third Jersey!
The Atlanta Thrashers unveiled their new third jersey tonight before season ticket holders at the 2008 Face Off Event. The team also used the opportunity to introduce Niclas Havelid, Coby Armstrong, Ilya Kovalchuk, Slava Kozlov and Mathieu Schneider as alternate captains.The Thrashers posted a bunch of great photos on their web site tonight, including these of Kovalchuk wearing the new sweater.
I think this is a great jersey if you can look past the front of it. I like sleeves, the logo element on the shoulders and the striping looks great. I just can't quite get past the text and the giant number on the front.
What sport is this again?
Look's like our sneak peek was right on the money again.
This post will be updated later.
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