The Calgary Flames are officially unveiling their third jersey later today. While few details have leaked out about it, looking at history is generally a pretty good way of predicting the future. In an effort of sussing out what the Flames’ new – probably red – jersey will look like, let’s take a trip down memory lane at their previous, primarily red, jerseys.
The classic reds
What: Red sweaters with white and orange stripes, white crest (Flaming C or Flaming A).
Worn: 1972-80 (Atlanta), 1980-94, 2009-13 (alternates), 2016-17 (alternates)
Verdict: This is the best jersey the Flames have ever worn.