Team USA surprises in Sochi with 1960 throwback jersey

Game photos from IIHF

Can we take a moment to appreciate the distinctiveness of Slovenia's uniforms?

Photo from USA Hockey via Twitter

The United States faced Slovenia today, but they weren't wearing either of the two jerseys that were unveiled in the fall. It was a pleasant surprise to see the USA donning a classic jersey — a throwback to what the 1960 gold medal team wore.

Normally I wouldn't be so slow to post news like this, but I wanted to enjoy the game unspoiled this morning. (Since I was sleeping at 4:30 AM, I relied on my TiVo.)

So I hadn't seen the tweet from USA Hockey teasing the jerseys hanging in the locker room. I found out on TV.

I think it's awesome that the U.S. played this one close to the vest. It was a very cool surprise this morning. What did you think of it?

U.S. Olympic Men's Team lockerroom prior to today's game vs. Slovenia. #usah #usahockey pic.twitter.com/5k5D1WFBVH

— USA Hockey (@usahockey) February 16, 2014