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The third jersey is something of a hate/love relationship for fans. Some fans dislike the idea; others welcome the chance to see the team use something much more radical every so often.
Not every team has one for a variety of reasons; however here at PowerPlayGoal.com we have dug through some of the ones we like the most to bring you our top 5 third jerseys from the NHL.
Edmonton Oilers Alternate (2001 – 2007 )
This alternate jersey was a radical step away from the typical style for Edmonton, forgoing some of the usual colours to bring together silver, white and navy to create a jersey that really stood out. The logo was designed by the creator of Spawn comics and former owner Todd McFarlane.
San Jose Sharks Alternate (2008 – )
Not all alternate jerseys need to incorporate crazy new colours or strange patterns to look good; and San Jose are no exception to this.
Using just black, a classic style shoestring collar and a simple stripe on the arms; San Jose have acheived what feels like a smart alternate jersey; and one that any player could look awesome in.
Atlanta Thrashers Alternate (2008 – )
Its always interesting to see what would happen if a team took another teams style, and changed it to suit their own. With this jersey, we see Atlanta take the already different style of the Dallas Stars home, and apply it to their own. What we get as a result is a combination of a unique red colour, along with a rather stylish wordmark.
Anaheim Mighty Ducks (2003-2006)
Like Edmonton, the Ducks chose to do something more radical with what was to be their final jersey as the Mighty Ducks – electing to use two different shades of purple, along with a slanted logo.
Whilst the design itself is quite a simple one, it is the radical change from what they had that must be respected; and even for just having this reason earns them a rightful place on this list.
Nashville Predators (2009 -)
Now those of you who remember a few of the more recent war on logos, you will be more than aware of one of the teams having a rather nasty special “nascar” jersey, that featured racing chequers. However, done rightly, chequers can look very good. An example, the 2009 Nashville alternate. Combining a simple template, dark blue and white has made in my opinion a rather catchy unique alternate jersey.
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