This is definitely an improvement on the winged-wheel.
- EKolb13

They OWNED us in the 90's and first decade of the new century so it was VERY SWEET to hang an L on them in our last Western Conference meeting

IdK ask any Naive-American if they like the logo or name. Also apply's to the Cleveland Indians and Washington Redskins(which gets the most criticism). I'm sure Native-Americans don't appreciate it.
- Cheeseballin

Speaking as a member of the Choctaw Nation and a descendant of multiple participants of the Trail of Tears I can say most see the Blackhawks logo as a tribute rather than demeaning in any way. I get requests for hats and gear every time I head back to Arkansas - and they aren't exactly hockey fanatics either.

The tribute is reinforced by Blackhawk management's strong and active relationships with a number of tribes. Also helped preserve the Eternal Indian statue on the Rock River and honor native American veterans quite frequently - at least 3 times in this year's playoffs if I recall correctly (maybe more).

The Cleveland Indian logo is an insult. The Redskins logo and name less so.

That said, lighten up Francis. It is self appointed enforcers of the PC who turn things like this into an infringement of free speech. That is more sacred than any group's pride.

Great list, JJ.

#36.) Two goals in 17 seconds.


- Ogilthorpe2

Thanks for the reminder!

The other day I stumbled into a replay of the final several minutes on youtube...

...spent the next hour watching various replays from 2013 and 2010.

Good times.

Yeah...

I'm not going to follow the opinion of a fan who's team wears urine colored sweaters.
- EKolb13

I never said I was a fan of the Preds stuff either...I will admit they have had some of the worst jerseys in the sport.

However...there is no way the Hawks jersey is the best in the sport.

I never said I was a fan of the Preds stuff either...I will admit they have had some of the worst jerseys in the sport.

However...there is no way the Hawks jersey is the best in the sport.
- PoileRulezzzYo

...paging SteveRain...
- EKolb13

I hear Steve is a big Leaf fan too.

I hear Steve is a big Leaf fan too.


- jhawk159

They OWNED us in the 90's and first decade of the new century so it was VERY SWEET to hang an L on them in our last Western Conference meeting



- philco28

You know it Phil!

Was huge! Personally, not having to take a bunch of $hit from my in laws was a bonus but to me as great as 2010 was this was just as big because of the teams the Hawks beat along the way.

Even though this was not the '09 Wings team was still great to beat them!

I liked a number of the old WHA sweaters/logos, including the Chicago Cougars.

Other than the Blackhawks, the next best is the old Quebec Nordique. And the Fleur de lis around the waist was awesome. When they get the team back, they need to bring back those unis. Awesome shade of blue.

And the Kings need the purple (acutually called Forum Blue) and gold. Especially liked when they wore the home gold with the gold pants.

I never said I was a fan of the Preds stuff either...I will admit they have had some of the worst jerseys in the sport.

However...there is no way the Hawks jersey is the best in the sport.
- PoileRulezzzYo

Um, no. It is a fact...they are the best!

Um, no. It is a fact...they are the best!
- HawkintheD

Indeed.

I never said I was a fan of the Preds stuff either...I will admit they have had some of the worst jerseys in the sport.

However...there is no way the Hawks jersey is the best in the sport.
- PoileRulezzzYo

Get a clue.

#37.) Halloween Scratches

we're all just consolation prizes to the glory that is the Hartford Whalers logo/colours.

Quibble away. That was the best.

we're all just consolation prizes to the glory that is the Hartford Whalers logo/colours.

Quibble away. That was the best.
- Morris

Top 10 for sure, but not the best.

38) Huet gets an all expenses paid trip to Eurpoe for two years, only never to be heard from again.

I CAN NOT FOR THE LIFE OF ME get over what i just read on here. Someone....not even worth quoting.....actually said they think the FREAKIN MINNESOTA WILD have a better logo than the Hawks.....AND THEY WERE BEING SERIOUS!!!!! I cant let that one go, jus cant.....WORST opinion on any subject.....from anyones brain....EVER! The most wrong anyone has ever been about anything.

You know it Phil!

Was huge! Personally, not having to take a bunch of $hit from my in laws was a bonus but to me as great as 2010 was this was just as big because of the teams the Hawks beat along the way.

Even though this was not the '09 Wings team was still great to beat them!


- HawkintheD

Good for you Bro
always great to beat a rival like that, especially in the dramatic way the boys did it

38) Huet gets an all expenses paid trip to Eurpoe for two years, only never to be heard from again.


- EKolb13

Amen to that! That might qualify for 38, 39 and 40...

Reason #42. Besides being the answer to life, universe and everything; it's the blog's favorite trade sweetener, Shawn Lalonde.

For every Native American who finds it offensive there's another one who doesn't give a poop, and just because they may not "appreciate it" doesn't make it racist. Maybe we should ask Irish-Americans if the term "Fighting Irish" is offensive too?
- Ogilthorpe2

I'm OFFENDED (because I can be)!! See how that works?

Speaking as a member of the Choctaw Nation and a descendant of multiple participants of the Trail of Tears I can say most see the Blackhawks logo as a tribute rather than demeaning in any way. I get requests for hats and gear every time I head back to Arkansas - and they aren't exactly hockey fanatics either.

The tribute is reinforced by Blackhawk management's strong and active relationships with a number of tribes. Also helped preserve the Eternal Indian statue on the Rock River and honor native American veterans quite frequently - at least 3 times in this year's playoffs if I recall correctly (maybe more).

The Cleveland Indian logo is an insult. The Redskins logo and name less so.

That said, lighten up Francis. It is self appointed enforcers of the PC who turn things like this into an infringement of free speech. That is more sacred than any group's pride.

Great list, JJ.
- tredbrta

Thx tred

The Hawk logo is a tribute. And it is a tribute to a man, who likely wore a ritual head dress and face paint and carried a tomahawk at some point.

To call the logo the most racist in sports or even really racist is silly.

Reason #42. Besides being the answer to life, universe and everything; it's the blog's favorite trade sweetener, Shawn Lalonde.
- Beaver-Warrior

LMAO

Oh you must know many Native-Americans then? ok..

The difference between the Irish and Native-Americans, well it's a pretty big one. See we raped and killed thousands of them then stuck them on little plots of land across the country, then say here you go you can have this little piece of land.
- Cheeseballin

Here's a newflash for you, Ace, that is pretty much exactly what happened to my Irish ancestors and those of millions of Americans, Canadians, etc in their country from 1670 or so until and through the Potato Famine.

Then they came ot this country and died by the tens of thousands in the Civil War of a country that viewed them as sub-human.

The experiences are different, and in many ways that of Natives in the US is much worse without question, but you are truly being foolish based on the simple notion that the Hawk logo is a tribute to a MAN and represents what he wore and carried. It is not a stereotypical, insulting portrayal, like, some might argue, the Indians or Fighting Irish logo.

You are taking political correctness to a ridiculous extreme, because you think you can. But you really have nothing to stand on.

It is a tribute. That's the problem with your argument.

Kinda surprised no mention of Chelsea Dagger? Sure, not everyone likes it, but it always means something awesome just happened and the start of a great celebration.... Whether it be an overtime winner or a short handed laugher. Also kinda signifies the Hawks resurgence and two cup winners...
- DaCincyKid

Great point and welcome!