Ten NHL teams will debut new uniforms this season. Some changes are permanent updates while others celebrate team milestones.
Here’s how the fresh looks rank from worst to best.
Note: The Chicago Blackhawks’ centennial jerseys aren’t included since the changes were minor.
10. Carolina Hurricanes
What’s new: Road uniforms with different colored logo, stripes, and numbers
The Hurricanes seem to release new versions of the same uniform every season. This creates problems with the team’s overall identity.
Removing the white from the crest breaks with franchise history. The large sleeve stripes don’t match the stripes at the bottom. Missing details around the name and numbers make this look unfinished.
Still, it’s better than the “CANES” jersey they’ve worn on the road recently.
9. Edmonton Oilers
What’s new: Throwback-style alternate jersey
— Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) September 20, 2025
The Oilers moved away from their perfect primary colors. Instead they went with a beige background and cursive logo for the new alternates.
They’ll probably look fine during games, but it’s underwhelming from the back-to-back Western Conference champions.
8. Ottawa Senators
What’s new: Red alternate jersey
Bringing back a red jersey makes sense for Ottawa. The gold details really stand out.
But the square shoulder sections don’t work. The jersey also feels incomplete without striping at the bottom.
7. Washington Capitals
What’s new: Alternate jersey
Most hockey fans love Washington’s screaming eagle logo. But this version doesn’t measure up to the red and black alternates from recent years.
Removing the diagonal stripes that matched the bird’s flight makes the design look cheaper.
6. Seattle Kraken
What’s new: Alternate jersey
The Kraken are going all-in on their deep-sea theme. Adding stripes creates a different look from their primary uniforms.
The glow-in-the-dark logo is a nice touch.
5. New York Rangers
What’s new: Alternate jersey for centennial season
The Rangers are one of three Original Six teams celebrating their 100th season in 2025-26. These centennial uniforms capture their identity well.
Blue background with diagonal “Rangers” lettering is famous on Broadway for good reason. Though New York always looks sharp at home, these could be better with a simpler collar and maybe some laces for vintage appeal.
4. Utah Mammoth
What’s new: Primary uniforms with Mammoth logo
— Utah Mammoth (@utahmammoth) May 7, 2025
Utah’s jerseys improved significantly by adding the popular new Mammoth logo. It works perfectly with the color scheme and gives the league’s newest team a strong foundation.
3. Boston Bruins
What’s new: Updated home and away uniforms
Boston removed the colored shoulders and simplified the famous “Spoked B” for a fresh look. It’s similar to what the Bruins wore in the 1970s – or what Happy Gilmore wore when he fought Bob Barker.
Modern touches make this nearly a perfect redesign. The bear silhouette on the shoulder works great, though yellow socks with the home uniforms would be even better.
2. St. Louis Blues
What’s new: Home and away uniforms
St. Louis sharpened its logo and drew inspiration from previous alternate jerseys for the new primary set. The blue and yellow work perfectly together.
They created a vintage style without forcing it. No complaints here.
1. Detroit Red Wings
What’s new: Alternate jersey for centennial season
There’s a reason Detroit has barely changed its uniforms over 100 years: you don’t mess with perfection.
The Red Wings had to get their centennial celebration right if they were going bold. They did exactly that. The retro logo, stripes, and color scheme will look great on ice.
The dark brown gloves are the perfect finishing touch.
