NHL explores color-on-color jersey matchups for future events
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Discussions are underway regarding the use of color-on-color jersey matchups for the 2027 NHL Winter Classic between the Utah Mammoth and Colorado Avalanche. Fans have expressed a desire for more vibrant jerseys at this event, moving away from the traditional white for away teams. Previous outdoor games have successfully featured such matchups, and it appears the NHL may aim to enhance fan experience by incorporating these colorful designs more frequently. The Mammoth and Avalanche are expected to unveil distinct jerseys that showcase team identities, possibly featuring a new blue set for Utah.
- •Utah Mammoth and Colorado Avalanche may wear color jerseys in future matchups.
- •Fans favor colorful jerseys over traditional white designs at outdoor games.
- •NHL has seen successful color matchups in past outdoor events.
- •2027 Winter Classic scheduled for New Year's Eve at Rice-Eccles Stadium.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Opinion: Color-on-color jersey matchups are the way to go
"The Winter Classic is celebratory. Why not make it extra special with vibrant jerseys?
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