If Pigs Could Fly: The Story Behind the Texas AirHogs
When the Grand Prairie AirHogs debuted on May 8, 2008, against the Saint Paul Saints, their unusual name warranted an explanation in the game’s media notes. The AirHogs, a brand-new independent franchise based in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, were visiting Minnesota to take on one of the American Association’s classic teams, the Saints,
Florida Panthers New Logo, Uniforms Coming June 2nd
The Florida Panthers have announced they will be officially unveiling their new logo as well as their new uniforms at a fan event on Thursday, June 2nd. Panthers players Aaron Ekblad, Steven Kampfer, Vincent Trocheck, and Shawn Thornton will be on hand to model the new uniforms, the press release
According to Washington Post poll, Native Americans are not offended by Redskins nickname
Once again, the Washington Redskins and their controversial nickname are once again in the spotlight. However, for those who happen to be in favor of the team keeping their nickname, a recent poll should come as good news to that particular group of people. The Washington Post recently surveyed just
Coyotes Move Springfield Falcons to Tucson
The Arizona Coyotes are relocating a franchise, and there’s no, city councils, judges, or NHL executives this time to stop them from doing so. After purchasing the Springfield Falcons, their AHL affiliate and a team which has called the western Massachusetts city home for 23 years, the Coyotes announced they would
Frederick Keys, Lynchburg Hillcats to wear Hey Arnold! jerseys
Minor league baseball jerseys based on pop culture are a dime a dozen these days, but every once in a while, one stands out. The Frederick Keys, High-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, will take to the field on 90s Nickelodeon Night Friday, June 17, in jerseys featuring the title
Pitt Panthers will make their transition to classic script logo official today
This move has been a long time in the making. Two years ago, the Pitt Panthers football team unveiled new helmets with their classic script logo in the current school colors for a Homecoming game. They decided to keep the helmet for the rest of the season, and that has
Introducing your Binghamton Bronies? (No, Not Really)
We put this story out there in the world with the knowledge that most minor league baseball name-the-team contests are a total farce, and there’s a 95 percent chance that the Binghamton Mets already know what their team name is going to be next season, but the Double-A Binghamton Mets are
Premier League unveils patches for first season under new branding
The Premier League will have a new look next season, and it won’t just be due to the fact that everything is already topsy-turvy with Leicester City, of all clubs, going into that season as the defending Premier League champions. Earlier this year, we shared the news that the Premier
2016 NBA Playoffs Circle Bracket – Conference Finals
With the second round of the 2016 NBA Playoffs completed and the Conference Finals ready to tip off, I’ve updated my circle bracket graphic. Click the image below to view the full, high-resolution image. Who’s advancing to the 2016 NBA Finals in each matchup? Let us know your predictions in the comments
Sixers First to Announce Jersey Advertising Deal
The first domino has fallen. This morning the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers announced they have struck a deal with StubHub to place their corporate logo as a patch on their in-game jerseys beginning with the 2017-18 season. Philadelphia becomes the first team of the major-four North American sports leagues to place a
Back to the Salt Mines: The Story Behind the Lincoln Saltdogs
The city of Lincoln, Nebraska, has a lot going for it. With a quarter-million residents, it’s the state capital (its skyline is highlighted by the nation’s second-tallest capitol), it’s home to the University of Nebraska, it hosts an expanding tech industry, and it’s named for a president who guided the United
Photos, Reaction: CFL Unveils New Adidas Uniforms
The Canadian Football League kicked off it’s new partnership with Adidas in style at a gala event held at Montreal’s Time Supper Club on Thursday evening. In between the social media booths and celebrity DJ appearances (“Taboo” from the Black Eyed Peas? Nice!), the new team jerseys, helmets, and clothing line were