Fans React to Canada's Olympic Hockey Jerseys Tease
Hockey Canada revealed a preview of the jerseys the Olympic teams will wear in Milan, sparking mixed reactions from fans. The full Team Canada jerseys were officially unveiled on Thursday, although the final Olympic roster submission is still over a month away.
Controversy Over Color Choice
The main point of contention is the inclusion of black in the jersey design. Many fans expressed disappointment and confusion about this color choice.
"I’ve never seen Black on a Canadian Flag," tweeted @CalderSnub22.
"I’ll never understand the obsession of adding black to our color scheme," tweeted @kjc_2599.
It seems the jerseys will feature two thick black stripes on the sleeves, along with a possible return of the black maple leaf from the Beijing 2022 team’s design. That previous team, which did not include NHL players, was eliminated in the quarterfinals by Sweden, adding to fans’ desire for a fresh look.
Mixed Opinions on Design
Some fans believe the new jerseys resemble previous Olympic designs and expressed disappointment.
"So basically the same as the previous Olympic jerseys? Logos and strips look the same. Disappointing," tweeted @curmudgeonaf.
The official unveiling on Thursday will confirm the final look. Unlike these Olympic jerseys, Team Canada’s uniforms at the recent 4 Nations Face-Off tournament were predominantly red and white and contributed to their tournament victory.
"It's a shame because the 4 Nations jersey was elite," tweeted @DrCrackOfficial.
Summary
Despite excitement for the Olympics, fans remain divided over the jersey’s color scheme, particularly the use of black, reflecting a larger debate over tradition versus change.
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