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NHL’s new Adidas jerseys released

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By @MichaelCaples –

Well, other than a different brand name on the back, Red Wings fans won’t notice much of a difference in the team’s look when they begin the 2017-18 season – at least as far as jerseys are concerned.

The NHL’s new Adidas-created jerseys were released tonight, and while there were so minor changes for other clubs, the Red Wings’ jersey – at least the home version – went unchanged.

And, really, that’s the way it should be, of course, since the Winged Wheel uniform is celebrated for its simplicity and consistency.

 

And specifically, a look at the Red Wings’ jerseys – virtually unchanged with the exception of the league-wide changes made with the Adidas switch.

More from Adidas Hockey via press release:

At the forefront of innovation, design and craftsmanship, the new ADIZERO Authentic NHL jersey takes the hockey uniform system and hockey jersey silhouette to the next level by redefining fit, feel and lightweight construction.

  • Lighter – Featuring new cresting materials and construction technology, the ADIZERO Authentic NHL jersey reduces crest weight by up to 46%, while a single layer perforated numbering system reduces number weight by up to 60%, in order to deliver a new jersey that is up to 19% lighter when compared to the current NHL Jersey.
  • Cooler  –  The ADIZERO Authentic NHL jersey features adidas Clima® technology in each of the jersey fabrics to deliver breathability and enhanced performance. Combining moisture management technology and a streamlined silhouette to maximize air flow circulation with materials that are up to 133% more permeable than fabrics currently used on ice allows athletes to be cooler.
  • Stronger – Constructed for durability, the ADIZERO Authentic NHL jersey fabrics are up to 27% stronger in burst testing and up to 72% tougher in abrasion testing compared to the current NHL jersey.

adidas worked with the Detroit Red Wings to respectfully preserve the Detroit Red Wings’ current uniform identity when moving to the new ADIZERO technology platform.

“Specifically created for elite performance, we’ve designed the ADIZERO Authentic NHL jerseys to deliver advanced innovation and technical design for the world’s best hockey players,” said Dan Near, Head of adidas Hockey. “We build products for the creator athlete. Our mission is to help athletes perform better and we look forward to making our on-ice debut this season with the new Lighter, Cooler, and Stronger adidas Hockey ADIZERO Authentic NHL jerseys.”