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Category: History
Supe’s On 2023! Philadelphia Eagles Uniform History
The History of the Philadelphia Eagles begins in 1933. In their history, the Eagles have appeared in the Super Bowl three times, losing in their first two appearances but winning the third, in 2018.
Supe’s On 2023! Kansas City Uniform History
The team was founded in 1959 as the Dallas Texans by businessman Lamar Hunt, and was a charter member of the American Football League (AFL). In spring 1963, the team relocated to Kansas City, and assumed its current name
More Research Leads to Incredibly Comprehensive St. Louis Cardinals Uni/Logo Database
Oliver Kodner has created the most complete database of St. Louis Cardinals uniforms, logos and more, and it’s all available for your viewing pleasure
Major Historical Find: Yanks Wore Red Undershirts!
Amazing but true: The Bronx Bombers wore red sleeves in the 1920s — even in the World Series!
Did Frank Howard Wear Mickey Lolich’s Uniform in a Game?
It definitely happened during pregame activities. But during an actual game? Uni Watch investigates!
History Mystery: Did Two Cleveland Ballplayers Wear the Same Uni Number in the Same Game?
According to an archived radio call, two MLB teammates both wore No. 32 in a 1974 game. Uni Watch investigates!
How Low Can You Go: Reds Wore Full-Length Ponchos in ’72 World Series
The Reds took dugout jackets to new extremes in the 1972 Fall Classic.
A Look at Commemorative Home Run Seats at MLB Ballparks
MLB has a rich history of marking the landing spots of significant dingers. Here’s a good rundown of them.
So Many Details from One 1915 Baseball Scoreboard Photo
Click to enlarge I recently came across this old photo. It was taken on April 10, 1915, which was Opening Day at Washington Park, home of the Federal League’s Brooklyn …
The Strange Story of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s Necklace
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s birthday was on Saturday — he turned 75 (just like the NBA this season!). And in a nice case of good timing, today’s Uni Watch entry is about …
MLB Celebrates Jackie Robinson’s 75th Anniversary of Breaking Color Barrier
By Phil Hecken Follow @PhilHecken A good Saturday morning to you, Uni Watchers. I hope you all had a pleasant week. As you’re all no doubt aware, yesterday marked the …
Treasures from the Ripon Vault: More on the Suns’ Shorts
For all images, click to enlarge Good morning! I received lots of very positive feedback in response to my recent post about the Suns still wearing zipper-fly shorts as late …
How Patrick Ewing Changed the NCAA’s Logo Regulations
Click to enlarge Good morning, and happy St. Patrick’s Day! I’m looking forward to seeing lots of green today (including on the baseball diamond, where spring training games are slated …
XYZ: A Close Look at the Suns’ Zipper-Fly Shorts
Click to enlarge Who’s that in the Phoenix Suns uni? Give yourself a gold star if you recognized that player as none other than Pat Riley, who played for the …