Avalanche Unveil Throwback Jerseys Honoring Nordiques Legacy
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Denver, Colorado – The Colorado Avalanche today revealed new “throwback” jerseys featuring the iconic logo of the Quebec Nordiques, the franchise’s former identity. The jerseys celebrate the team’s rich history and its French-Canadian roots.
A Nod to the Past
The Nordiques first joined the World hockey Association for seven seasons before entering the National Hockey League in the 1979-80 season. In 1995, the team relocated to Denver and became the Colorado Avalanche.
Logo’s Significance
The Nordiques logo draws inspiration from the French flag. It prominently displays an igloo and a fleur-de-lis, symbols representing the team’s strong ties to Quebec and its French-canadian heritage.
Sakic’s Role in the Reveal
The Avalanche announced the new jerseys via a social media video. Hockey Hall of Famer Joe Sakic led the reveal,walking through Ball Arena to showcase the throwback design.
Sakic’s Enduring Legacy
Sakic, a two-time Stanley Cup champion, dedicated his entire twenty-year career to this franchise. Drafted by the Nordiques in 1987, he moved wiht the team to Denver in 1995 and continued to led the Avalanche to success.
The Avalanche’s decision to honor the Nordiques speaks to the growing trend of NHL teams embracing their ancient identities.Throwback jerseys consistently rank among the league’s best-selling merchandise, demonstrating a strong fan desire to connect with hockey’s past. This move also acknowledges the significant contributions of French-canadian players and fans to the sport’s development.
Frequently Asked questions
- What is the significance of the Nordiques logo? The logo represents the team’s French-Canadian heritage, featuring an igloo and a fleur-de-lis inspired by the French flag.
- When did the Nordiques become the Avalanche? The team moved to Denver and became the Colorado Avalanche in 1995.
- Who is Joe Sakic and why was he involved in the jersey reveal? Joe Sakic is a Hockey Hall of famer and two-time Stanley Cup champion who played his entire twenty-year career with the franchise, both as a Nordique and an Avalanche player.
- where will the Avalanche wear the throwback jerseys? The team has not yet announced specific dates for wearing the jerseys in games.
- Are these jerseys available for purchase? Yes, the throwback jerseys are available for purchase through the Avalanche’s official team store and NHL Shop.
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