Fans React to Hockey Canada's Olympic Jersey Tease
Hockey Canada unveiled a preview of the jerseys for the Olympic teams set to compete in Milan, sparking swift reactions from fans online. Though Team Canada's final roster for the Olympics is still over a month away, anticipation and criticism about the jersey design are already growing.
Concerns Over the Color Scheme
Several fans expressed disappointment, particularly about the inclusion of black in the color scheme. On X, user @CalderSnub22 commented,
“I’ve never seen Black on a Canadian Flag.”
Another user, @kjc_2599, added,
“I’ll never understand the obsession of adding black to our color scheme.”
Design Features and Comparisons
Though the full jersey design remains unclear, early glimpses suggest thick black stripes on the sleeves and the possible return of a black maple leaf emblem worn by the 2022 Beijing Olympic team. That team, which did not include NHL players, was eliminated in the quarterfinals by Sweden, leading some fans to desire a fresh look.
@curmudgeonaf criticized the design on X, saying,
“So basically the same as the previous Olympic jerseys? Logos and stripes look the same. Disappointing.”
Official Reveal and Past Success
The official jersey unveiling was scheduled for Thursday. If confirmed, these jerseys will contrast with the ones worn during the recent 4 Nations Face-Off, which had a predominantly red and white color scheme and took home the tournament title.
As @DrCrackOfficial noted,
“It’s a shame because the 4 Nations jersey was elite.”
Fans remain hopeful that the final Olympic jersey will better reflect Canada’s hockey legacy.
Summary: Fans expressed dissatisfaction with Hockey Canada's teased Olympic jerseys, focusing on the use of black, while comparing them unfavorably to previous designs that enjoyed tournament success.