Penguins unveil long-awaited throwback third jersey
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How long have Pens fans been begging for a return to that classic shade of yellow from the team's early years? Today, they got their wish.
The Pittsburgh Penguins officially unveiled their new black third jersey for the 2014-15 season this morning at 9:19 AM — on 9/19.
The jersey was revealed in a video posted online by the Penguins. You can watch it here:
The design is a direct callback to the black sweaters worn by the team from 1986 to 1992 — made famous by Mario Lemieux and Co. with back-to-back Stanley Cups. Coincidence?
The new sweater will be worn 12 times this season beginning Oct. 22 against the Flyers. The full schedule can be found in the Icethetics Calendar.
t's a gorgeous design and stands out in a way that Vegas gold never could. I was expecting a yellow jersey, but perhaps this is for the best. I sure wouldn't want to see the league overrun with that color.
Plus, it seems black jerseys are trying to make a comeback. We'll see a new one from the Tampa Bay Lightning next Saturday. And what about the Flyers?
Anyway, from here, I could see the Pens adding a white version and returning to this look full time. If that happens, would you complain?
What do you think of the Pens' new third?
Splash image from Penguins website