The Cincinnati Reds will be paying tribute to the career of one of their greatest foes during a game tonight in Cincinnati’s Great American Ballpark. Atlanta Braves third baseman and future hall-of-famer Chipper Jones will be wrapping up his 19-season career following the 2012 season and this week marks his
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Mets don hockey sweaters for Toronto trip
The New York Mets rarely get to visit Canada, this past weekend was their first trip North of the Border in seven seasons. They also sure love their theme road trips, earlier this season a trip to Houston had all the players dressed as cowboys. So what better time to
Babe Ruth Game Worn Jersey Sold for $4.4 million
A jersey worn by Babe Ruth during the 1920 season, his first as a New York Yankee, sold during an auction last month for $4,415,658 (US). The Yankees road jersey, manufactured by Spalding and pre-dating uniform numbers (so no famous #3 on the back), was purchased by Lelands.com who plans on
2013 CHL Memorial Cup Logo Unveiled
The Canadian Hockey League unveiled the new logo for the 2013 Memorial Cup on Friday. The 2013 edition of this annual event will be held in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The logo features the standard elements which could be found in the previous six Memorial Cup tournaments, dating back to 2007. The
The life and times of the Syracuse logo
An interesting read on the history of the athletic branding for Syracuse University came across my inbox today from the University itself. Complete with a handy timeline of all the logos the Orangemen have used over the years. What I really enjoyed was the essay this article linked to which
Tigers, Pirates Pay Tribute with Negro Leagues Uniforms
The Detroit Tigers held their 18th annual Negro Leagues Tribute game yesterday at Comerica Park in a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Both teams donned uniforms paying homage to the Negro Leagues teams which once represented their respective cities during the 1920s and 1930s.
San Diego Padres wear 1978 Throwback Uniform
The San Diego Padres became the latest team to wear throwback uniforms when they took to Petco Field wearing their 1978 home uniforms in a game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Friday night. The Padres ’78 throwbacks were complete with pullover jerseys, matching helmets, elastic waistbands, and yes,
Tim Tebow Threatens Makers of “Jets-Jesus” Parody
New York’s newest quarterback Tim Tebow is threatening legal action against a website selling a parody New York Jets t-shirt. A Jets logo with “JESUS” instead of “JETS”, “MY” instead of “NY”, and a Jesus Fish in place of a football. The t-shirt itself contains no references to Tim Tebow
Jay-Z says vintage subway signs inspired new Brooklyn Nets logo
Jay-Z, hip-hop mogul and part-owner of the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets, sat down with MTV yesterday and explained his inspiration when designing the new logo and uniforms of the Nets, unveiled last month. Said Jay, “I wanted to make it really classic and strong; a throwback to Brooklyn and what we’re
The Making of an On-Field MLB Jersey
Majestic Athletic, the on-field provider of all Major League Baseball jerseys has posted an interesting look at the process of making an authentic on-field MLB jersey.
Marlins Debut New Orange Cap with Home Uniform
The Miami Marlins last night debuted their “red-orange” (it doesn’t look red to me) cap paired with their home white uniform. The Marlins also wore “red-orange” undershirts and socks with the cap to complete the “red-orange” and white look.
Texas Rangers 2012 Throwback Jersey Schedule
The Texas Rangers are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their move from Washington to Texas during the 2012 season by wearing uniforms throughout their history. We’ve finally gotten ahold of the schedule and the uniforms that will be worn for each game, so mark your calendars – and if you’re