The photo station will be set up outside of section 116/117 during pre-game, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. and both intermissions!Fans that participate will receive an instant print as well as digital copy via The Santa Stinger Photo Station will be available for the following 4 games:
A little less than two months later, Columbus Hockey Limited made a formal presentation to the NHL in New York. On Nov. 11, 1997, team officials announced the name of the team would be the Blue Jackets, celebrating patriotism, pride and the rich Civil War history in the state of Ohio and, more specifically, the city of Columbus. It was first thought that the Blue Jackets were named after the Indian chief, Blue Jacket, from Xenia, Ohio, but that was not the case.
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Selection of a team name is one of the most important aspects after a city is awarded a sports franchise. Choosing a team name is not something that happens overnight, nor should it. The NHL awarded the city of Columbus an expansion franchise along with Nashville, Tennessee, Atlanta, Georgia, and St. Paul, Minnesota. Browse NHL Shop for the latest Youth Blue Jackets gear, Kids apparel, Children's clothing and more. All Rights Reserved. Tickets Shortly thereafter, Stinger was introduced as the mascot, the “Bug with an Attitude.” Stinger is a symbol to characterize the citizens of Columbus known for their hard work and pride for their team. Watch. NHL and the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup are registered trademarks and the NHL Shield and NHL Conference logos are trademarks of the National Hockey League.
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Ohio contributed more of its population to the Union Army than any other state, while many of the Blue Coats worn by the Union soldiers were manufactured in Columbus. View the Next on the list were the selection of the logo, jerseys and a mascot. Stinger is the 6 foot 9 inch bright green mascot of the Columbus Blue Jackets. News
/ Columbus Blue Jackets With a franchise in hand and an arena set to break ground, next came the naming of the team.