If you are unfamiliar with the term “Players’ Weekend“, it’s a new event that the MLB does annually. Over one weekend during the MLB season, all teams wear special jerseys with a youth sports team feel to them. The players also get to put a nickname on the back of their jersey and can wear customized gear.
The weekend is fun for players and fans alike, and it draws additional attention from the media. This is something the NHL can definitely use more of. It’s no secret that the NHL is not the most popular sport in the USA, so why not follow the MLB’s lead here?