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NHL: Which Logo Should Be Brought Back Full-Time?

Apr 4, 2017; Saint Paul, MN, USA; Minnesota Wild forward Zach Parise (11) warms up wearing a 1967 era Minnesota North Stars expansion jersey before a game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

There have been so many great logos in the history of the NHL, but of these 10 classics, which one would you like to see be brought back on a permanent basis?

1. Anaheim Mighty Ducks – Original Duck Mask Logo (1993–2006)

MONTREAL, CANADA – DECEMBER 09: A closeup view of the Anaheim Ducks logo on a jersey during the third period against the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre on December 9, 2024 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 in a shootout. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images)

The teal-and-purple mask with crossed sticks is pure ‘90s gold and deeply tied to hockey pop culture.

2. Buffalo Sabres – “Goathead” Logo (1996–2006)

Nov 12, 1998; Washington, DC, USA; FILE PHOTO; Buffalo Sabres right wing Dixon Ward (15) in action against Washington Capitals center Adam Oates (77) at the MCI Center. Mandatory Credit: Lou Capozzola-USA TODAY NETWORK

A bold black-and-red redesign that’s gained a cult following—and made a recent comeback in alternate form.

3. Hartford Whalers – Classic “Whale Tail” Logo (1979–1997)

Technically from a defunct team, but one of the smartest logo designs ever. The hidden “H” still wows.

4. Calgary Flames – “Blasty” Flaming Horse Head (1998–2006)

Aggressive, fiery, and a hit with fans—especially in throwback alternates.

5. Minnesota North Stars – Green & Gold Star Logo (1967–1993)

Apr 4, 2017; Saint Paul, MN, USA; Minnesota Wild forward Mikko Koivu (9) warms up wearing a 1967 era Minnesota North Stars expansion jersey before a game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Clean, simple, and still loved by fans in the State of Hockey. The Wild could pay homage more directly.

6. Phoenix Coyotes – Kachina Logo (1996–2003)

A bold Southwest-inspired design that’s back part-time but deserves a permanent return.

7. Vancouver Canucks – Flying Skate Logo (1978–1997)

The Vancouver Canucks premier their flying skate logo. A logo that we saw them use in the 1990’s

Black, red, and yellow—with serious edge and 90s flair. Always a fan-favorite for throwback nights.

8. New York Islanders – “Fisherman” Logo (1995–1997)

A former Islanders logo. Short lived but cool and different from what we have seen from them throughout their history

Often mocked at the time, but ironically beloved now. A love-it-or-hate-it masterpiece.

9. Los Angeles Kings – Forum Blue & Gold Crown Logo (1967–1988)

Regal and classic—the purple and gold colorway screams royalty and vintage cool.

10. Colorado Rockies – Mountain “C” Logo (1976–1982)

Not to be confused with the MLB team, this was Colorado’s original NHL identity—short-lived but iconic.