The final team to cover from the league's Californian expansion is the San Jose Sharks. Entering the league in 1991, the Sharks have grown into one of the most popular franchises in the NHL. The team's fan base is one of the loudest and most loyal in the league and were considered so intimidating that the Sharks arena carries the nickname of the "Shark Tank". These jerseys were first born during the 97-98 season as an alternate but eventually became the team's go-to jersey for away games starting the next year. The arched name format and slim numbers are winners and the incorporation of a black arch on the front just adds fuel to an awesome fire. The Shark's logo is intense as it should be and the use of black and gray along the tops of the jerseys bring to mind the appearance of a shark. It makes for an intimidating presence on the ice.
My final thoughts: One of my favorite jerseys from one of my favorite teams. I love the use of teal and the menacing shark logo. The team has done this jersey a great injustice since the team's "upgrade" in 2007. If it were me, I would love for the Sharks to bring back these jerseys and keep them full time (or maybe as an alternate). Lots of nostalgia involved with this uniform with a few of my favorite players (captains Owen Nolan and Patrick Marleau pictured here) putting this on game after game. Essentially the start of the franchise's success began around the time these jerseys were introduced.
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