Sunday's NHL All-Star Game will feature the best hockey players in the world taking part in an entertaining showcase, but there may be more focus on what the athletes are wearing than what they accomplish on the ice.
As seen in this photo courtesy of the NHL's official Twitter account, the jerseys have been revealed for the 60th edition of the All-Star Game:
With black, white, chrome and neon green being the main colors, it is safe to say that these uniforms are unlike any other that has ever been seen in the NHL.
According to NHL.com's Mike G. Morreale, that is precisely what NHL Reebok designer Dominic Fillion was angling toward.
This was a fresher spin and a color that is unique. No other team owns this color so that was unique and it complemented very well the black and white while bringing a great accent with high visibility. We wanted something energetic and bright enough that it would stand out and grab your attention. We wanted something that fans hadn't seen on an NHL uniform before.
Many hardcore sports fans are purists who don't necessarily welcome change, which is why ...
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