Maple Leafs vs Flyers

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MAPLE LEAFS		FLYERS
1-8		4-8

The Aesthetics
These are a couple of classic example of NHL logos. Unfortunately, the Maple Leafs won't win this point because of the words inside the leaf silhouette. I happen to like the leaf, though, I just think there's more they can do with it. The Flyers logo may be limited on color, but at least it uses more than two.
Flyers

The Nickname
I'm not sure a Maple Leaf could deal a blow to a Flyer of any sort.
Flyers

The Analysis
It's finally been time for the Flyers to shine today. I've always liked the logo; I've just liked others better. And I really do like the maple leaf silhouette but it just doesn't work for me with the team name in the middle of it. The Flyers logo, alternatively, is solid and classic, despite the fact that it was obviously designed in the 1960s. What sells it for me is the "P" for Phildelphia attached to a wing. And we have a sweep.
Flyers

WINNER

3-0

 

Kings vs Ducks

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KINGS		DUCKS
4-5		1-8

The Aesthetics
All three California teams are getting play today. Need I say anything beyond that the Ducks are still using a wordmark as their primary logo? They don't get this point. They don't deserve it. Plus, the crown is just cool like that
Kings

The Nickname
The King rules all the land. A Duck is an insignificant bird.
Kings

The Analysis
While I applaud the unique colors of the Ducks logo, the Kings colors are equally unique and are featured in a logo that is not letters. Plus, I like the subtle hockey sticks and the suns on either side of the crown. The Kings logo is a cool one that I could see sticking around for a long time, unlike their half-dozen previous logos. The Ducks just need to go with the webbed "D" or design something new altogether. This really isn't working.
Kings

WINNER

3-0

 

Avalanche vs Blue Jackets

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AVALANCHE		BLUE JACKETS
8-0		5-1

The Aesthetics
I hate it when I have to pit two really great logos against each other. And this is just such a case. They're a little similar in color and overall shape, actually — the curves, the points. As far as colors, the Blue Jackets red, white, blue and silver are somewhat overused in this league. I feel like it's appropriate here though because the team name comes from American history and the colors come from the Ohio flag. And I never liked the electric green. Believe it or not, this is a Blue Jackets point.
Blue Jackets

The Nickname
Being a Union soldier, a Blue Jacket probably wouldn't be trained to survive an Avalanche.
Avalanche

The Analysis
I'm going to forego the babbling here. The Blue Jackets win this point for the Ohio flag being draped around the star. The Avalanche logo doesn't really managed to reference Denver or Colorado in any way.
Blue Jackets

WINNER

2-1

 

Devils vs Penguins

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DEVILS		PENGUINS
9-1		2-5

The Aesthetics
The Devils logo is simpler compared to the Penguins, in which hockey equipment is prominently featured for no good reason. We should already know its a hockey team. They've had a lot of matches lately and every time I talk about the fact that I like the '90s logo better as a primary crest. Anyway, Devs win the point.
Devils

The Nickname
All-powerful evildoer. Small, flightless bird. Devil beats Penguins.
Devils

The Analysis
This category looks at the logo for its appropriateness (is that a word?), references to the home city, and use of subtle elements among other deeper things. That should tell you right there Devils get the point. The "NJ" is cool but the hockey stick, gloves and skates worn by a pissed-off penguin just look silly. That's the second sweep in as many days for the Devils.
Devils

WINNER

3-0

 

Thrashers vs Bruins

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THRASHERS		BRUINS
4-5		3-2

The Aesthetics
These are two very different logos. But on straight-up looks and color combinations, I'm a fan of the Bruins logo. The changes they made recently make a big difference in my eyes and I've never liked the hockey stick in the Thrashers logo.
Bruins

The Nickname
A Bruin would kill a Thrasher with his thumb. If he had a thumb. Instead he'll just have to use his giant teeth or something.
Bruins

The Analysis
This is where the Bruins lose the point. And you could say I'm being spiteful when I tell you the sole reason I'm taking this point away from them is that there's not a bruin to be seen in this logo. I like the one on the new shoulder patch. But what can you do? Also I actually do like the Thrashers color combo.
Thrashers

WINNER

2-1