TALKBACK 2: NHL Helmet Ads & Anniversary Logos!

In episode 2 of the TALKBACK, the Crew weighs in on the arrival of helmet ads to the NHL along with the team anniversary logos in use for the 2020-21 season and the Capitals’ new third jersey! Hear from Grant Beery, Mike Gould and Matt McElroy. ▪️ CHAPTERS ▪️ 00:00 – Introduction 01:01 – NHL Helmet Ads 12:23 – NHL Anniversary Logos 24:27 – Capitals Third Jersey Analysis The TALKBACK is an Icethetics Original Series that brings together unique perspectives on the aesthetics of hockey. Fans and designers comprise the the Talkback Crew, who break down and analyze the latest buzzworthy topics in each episode. In this episode, the Crew discusses the implementation of helmet sponsor decals for the Anaheim Ducks, Boston Bruins, Buffalo Sabres, Carolina Hurricanes, Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche, Columbus Blue Jackets, Dallas Stars, Detroit Red Wings, Los Angeles Kings, Nashville Predators, New York Rangers, Ottawa Senators, Philadelphia Flyers, San Jose Sharks, St. Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks, Vegas Golden Knights, and Washington Capitals. They also delve into the anniversary logo patches in use for the Arizona Coyotes 25th, Colorado Avalanche 25th, Columbus Blue Jackets 20th, Minnesota Wild 20th, San Jose Sharks 30th, and Winnipeg Jets 10th. There’s also a mention of Calgary Flames 40th and Vancouver Canucks 50th from the 2019-20 season. Finally, the Talkback Crew wraps up the episode with their analysis of the new Washington Capitals third jersey for 2020-21—and a particularly hot take from Mike! [Recorded 1/30/2021]