The Chicago Blackhawks showed off the jerseys that they will be wearing in the upcoming 2015 Winter Classic at Nationals Park. You can see it below:
Here it is! @BSaad20 is our model for the day, working the lace-up collar. "I like the look of it!" pic.twitter.com/MapfIoWBtR
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) November 5, 2014
If you’re curious as to why a jersey with the ‘C’ and worn by Brandon Saad has number 15 on it, it’s just meant to signify the year of the upcoming Classic. Here’s what captain Jonathan Toews’ jersey will look like from the back:
Here's a look at the back of the Captain's jersey! #Blackhawks pic.twitter.com/BfUf7Drjiq
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) November 5, 2014
And here’s a closer look at arms:
Pretty snazzy sleeve detail, huh? #Blackhawks pic.twitter.com/GAU8l7fBSs
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) November 5, 2014
It's a good look for you, Saader! pic.twitter.com/CU16VGUMa4
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) November 5, 2014
The look drew inspiration from the 1957 jerseys.
The Blackhawks’ opponent, the Washington Capitals, unveiled their Winter Classic jerseys in September.