New Look, Old Concept

I updated the look of the blog a bit.  No new logo, but I changed the Header (top of page), and the background (getting rid of the diamond pattern).  I updated my template too, also getting rid of the diamond pattern there.  Below is a look at the updated template, and here is the same concept on my old template to compare.

A look at my new template.

Also, I haven't made a lot of concepts lately, mostly due to a lack of inspiration.  So don't worry if this blog isn't updated for a while, it isn't going anywhere.

Dark Flames

Calgary Flames:  The striping is inspired by both their current jerseys and their original jerseys.  I used gradients because it reminds me of the look of fire when it's dark out.  Also the shoulder-patch is the old Calgary Cowboys logo (in think the Flames should buy the rights to that logo, similar to how the Canucks bought the Millionaires logo).

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Kings Concepts

Here a four LA Kings concepts.  All of them use the same striping pattern, the only thing different between them is their colour scheme.  The striping pattern for all of them are inspired by the Kings 1980-88 set.  I used a version of their retro crown logo as the primary logo, and a re-coloured version of this logo as the shoulder-patch.

Option 1:  A simple purple and white colour scheme.  They would have their own colour scheme for the first time in franchise history (no more copying the Lakers, Raiders, or Sacramento Kings).

Option 2:  Same as concept one, but with silver added (same colour scheme I used for them in my NHL Redesign).  This colour scheme would also be unique to them.

Option 3:  Similar to option 2 but re-coloured in their current colour scheme.

Option 4:  Just like option 2, but Vegas Gold replaces silver.  This colour scheme could be seen as an update to their original colour scheme.

Any thoughts on which concept is better?

Green and White Whalers

My original idea for a Whalers concept was to just use green and white.  I got distracted by the Nordiques though, but when winnipegjets96 suggested I use just green and white I thought I'd give it a shot.

Hartford Whalers:  As I said, just a simple green and white colour scheme.  Simple striping, but I  changed the position of the arm-stripes to make it different than the Red Wings.

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LA Burger-Kings

Here is a post dedicated to the LA Kings "Burger King" logo.  The first concept was actually made before Ryan announced the "Make the Burger King logo look good" contest.  The second jersey is my entry for the contest.

Jersey Update:  For this concept I was just trying to improve the Kings "Burger-King" jersey.  I made the base-colour black, removed the purple and gold, changed the name and number font, and gave the jersey their own socks.  I also updated it to the Reebok Edge jersey system.

Contest Entry:  I made a silver jersey with the Burger King logo front and center.  I also replaced all the purple in the logo with silver.  The equipment is the Kings current equipment.

I'll be posting some more normal King's concept in a few days.

Whalers Inspired Nordiques Concept

Quebec Nordiques:  Here's part two of my crazy idea to switch jersey designs for the Whalers and Nordiques.  I used the Whaler's 1985-91 jersey as inspiration, and used a modified version of the Nordiques igloo logo.

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Nordiques Inspired Whalers Concept

Hartford Whalers:  I had a crazy idea to make a Nordiques inspired Hartford Whalers concept.  Pucky replaces the Fleur-de-lis, and I edited the Whalers primary logo to look more like the Nordiques' igloo logo.

In a few days I'll post a Whalers inspired Quebec Nordiques concept.

WE WANT FISH-STICKS!!!!

New York Islanders:  This concept is inspired by a monkey's scarf (long story).  Anyways, I was trying to make the Fisherman jerseys less awful.  The striping pattern, numbers, and NOB are all simplified.  The primary logo was also changed a bit.

Do you think these jerseys would be accepted better than the actual Fisherman jerseys?

My Least Favourite jerseys

For my phase 2 post on HJC I talked about my top five favourite jerseys in the NHL right now.  I thought I'd post here on SG-94 about my least favourite jerseys in the NHL right now.  This time though I'm posting a Top Ten list (I have lots to complain about).  I also have one rule, that I can only have one least favourite jersey per-team.  Remember that these are just my opinions, so feel free to disagree with me.  Also, all the images in this post are from Icethetics, and the titles of each jersey are links to their page on The (unofficial) NHL Uniform Database.

10: Boston Bruins Third

(Image from Icethetics)

I dislike the Bruins third jersey for a few reasons.  First of all, they used black socks for the first in franchise history.  Not only does it ruin tradition, I also think it just looks bad.  The sleeve striping appears lazy to me (just copied from their home jersey), and the lack of hem-stripes look bad on this jersey.  My final complaint is the logo, which I think looks much better as shoulder-patch.  The bruins colour-scheme still looks great though, which helps this jersey a bit.

9: Anaheim Ducks Third

(Image from Icethetics)

Most people are a fan the Ducks third jersey, but I think it's an eyesore.  The large orange area at the top of the socks are my least favourite part, it stands out way too much.  I also think all the orange piping is unnecessary and just clutters up the jersey up.  I am a fan of the logos though, which saves this jersey from being lower down on this list.

8: Ottawa Senators Road

(Image from Icethetics)

I'm not a fan of over-used templates, and this jersey template is one of the worst.  It's used by the Senators and Penguins (and formerly the Lightning).  I think the Penguins use this template slightly better, which is why I chose the Senators for this list.  Another thing I don't like about this jersey is the ugly font used for the numbers.  The side-profile logo would also be nice to see on a Senators jersey, instead of the front-facing logo on this jersey.

7: Calgary Flames Road

(Image from Icethetics)

During the Reebok Edge takeover in 2007, the flames went from having one of my favourite jersey sets to one of my least favourite.  I don't mind the side-panels, but I don't like the piping, the flag shoulder-patches, or the trim at the hem.  The jersey is just too busy, if it were simplified it might not be on this list.  Also the side panels on the home jersey match the pants better, which is why the road jersey makes this list instead of the home.

6: Florida Panthers Home

(Image from Icethetics)

I was very excited when I heard that the Panthers were returning to red for the colour of their home jersey.  But when it was revealed I was very disappointed.  The jersey has major contrast problems, due to the lack of white.  Also the striping is kind of boring, since it was just copied from their previous jersey.  The logos are still nice though, and the use of more red is good.

5: Tampa Bay Lightning Third

(Image from Icethetics)

The Lightning have three of my least favourite jerseys right now.  I had to pick just one, and the "Bolts" word-mark is what causes this jersey to make the list.  In my opinion, using a nickname as a logo is very amateurish and should never happen in the NHL.  The piping also makes this jersey look bad.  The actual striping is good though, which is why this jersey isn't even lower down on this list.

4: Pittsburgh Penguins Third

(Image from Icethetics)

One trend I really hate is the use of vintage white, including on the Penguins third jersey here at number four on the list.  I also don't like the trend of faux-back jerseys for the Winter Classic, which I think this jersey helped become a trend.  One other thing, the stripes on this jersey seem a bit too large, in my opinion.  This jersey also replaced a nice throwback jersey, which is another reason I might dislike it.

3: Columbus Blue Jackets Third

(Image from Icethetics)

This jersey would be so much better with normal white.  As it is, the modern elements used on this jersey (unique number font, use of silver), and the vintage white just don't mix.  Speaking of the number font, I don't think the super-boxy numbers work.  They're just too square.  The use of their regular logo on the helmet is also an odd choice.

2: Colorado Avalanche Home

(Image from Icethetics)

Another team that went from having great jerseys to terrible jerseys during the Reebok Edge takeover.  Now they are wearing a basic "colour by numbers" template.  The shoulder-yoke, similar to the Panthers jersey, has major contrast problems.  I also dislike the use of black equipment, since black is used so little anywhere else.

1: New York Islanders Third

(Image from Icethetics)

In my opinion, this is not only the worst jersey right now, but also hands-down the worst jersey of all-time.  First of all, the Black-For-Black-Sack (or BFBS) is stupid and looks ugly.  Then replacing white with grey makes the jersey look dark and muddy.  On top of that, the Islanders just stole the striping from the Ducks third jersey.  And then what did they use for a logo?  That's right, a boring script on top of the player's number.  They also thought it would be a good idea to use lace-up collars with such a modern jersey template.  Another thing, they just used the blue helmets from their home jersey, which looks out of place and weird.  Finally, the diamond pattern formed with the pants (which I'll admit is creative), looks kind of odd.  All those things are why this jersey is at number one on this list, and also why I would consider it the worst jersey off all time.

What do you think?  Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments.