BeerGuyJordan Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 I just really struggle with Knights, it feels so generic and doesn't strike me as a great Vegas identity. Sparky's done a great job with it, but still. Thunder Bay Lynx - International Hockey Association (2 seasons, 2017-18, 2019-20, 2018 Xtreme Cup Champions) | Houston Armadillos - Major League Hockey (2 seasons, 2016-18) | Minnesota Muskies - North American Basketball Association (1 season, 2017-2018) | Louisville Thoroughbreds - United League of Baseball (1 season, 2017, 2017 United Cup Champions) | Las Vegas Thunderbirds - International Basketball League (1 season, 2016-17, 2017 Champions) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oso Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Sparky, I love the War Horse logo you did for the Black Knights concept. Could see that being a best seller and would work with the Knights name Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldconcepts Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 @ShinyHubCaps, willing to change the thread name to "Las Vegas NHL Expansion" ? Twitter: @ldconcepts / Instagram: @ld.concepts / Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4_tattoos Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 I think if the name ends up being Knights they should avoid black and silver in their color scheme at all cost. If I saw a hockey team called the Las Vegas Knights wearing black and silver, my first thought would be that it's a minor league affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings. Also. That Las Vegas Aces concept with the Elvis song playing was fugging awesome. I wouldn't mind if the powers that be of the LV franchise just straight bought the rights to use that branding from the person that created it. Well done! Hotter Than July > Thriller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerGuyJordan Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 http://espn.go.com/nhl/story/_/id/17069335/las-vegas-expansion-team-having-trademark-naming-issues-owner-says So they're apparently nowhere close on this. Also, as I read this, it kind of came across like Foley is being a bit pouty/whiny about not being able to use Black Knights...am I the only one getting that vibe? Thunder Bay Lynx - International Hockey Association (2 seasons, 2017-18, 2019-20, 2018 Xtreme Cup Champions) | Houston Armadillos - Major League Hockey (2 seasons, 2016-18) | Minnesota Muskies - North American Basketball Association (1 season, 2017-2018) | Louisville Thoroughbreds - United League of Baseball (1 season, 2017, 2017 United Cup Champions) | Las Vegas Thunderbirds - International Basketball League (1 season, 2016-17, 2017 Champions) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp1409 Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 11 hours ago, BeerGuyJordan said: http://espn.go.com/nhl/story/_/id/17069335/las-vegas-expansion-team-having-trademark-naming-issues-owner-says So they're apparently nowhere close on this. Also, as I read this, it kind of came across like Foley is being a bit pouty/whiny about not being able to use Black Knights...am I the only one getting that vibe? "It should represent Las Vegas, it should represent the environment, it should be unique to Las Vegas," he said. Because Black Knights obviously represent Vegas... I can think of at least a hundred names that would better represent Vegas. And bitching about the fact that the league doesn't want such a selfish and bad choice? What a clown... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBGKon Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 1 hour ago, BeerGuyJordan said: http://espn.go.com/nhl/story/_/id/17069335/las-vegas-expansion-team-having-trademark-naming-issues-owner-says So they're apparently nowhere close on this. Also, as I read this, it kind of came across like Foley is being a bit pouty/whiny about not being able to use Black Knights...am I the only one getting that vibe? Yesterday's GM announcement also said they hope to release a name and logo by early October Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShinyHubCaps Posted July 15, 2016 Author Share Posted July 15, 2016 7 hours ago, ldconcepts said: @ShinyHubCaps, willing to change the thread name to "Las Vegas NHL Expansion" ? Good call! Sparky, great job with your concepts. I don't like the name "Aces" but your design is very cohesive and makes it work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chawls Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 10 hours ago, sparky chewbarky said: If it has to be "Knights" I've suggested this... I LOVE that helmet logo. Quote If you hadn't noticed, Chawls loves his wrestling, whether it be real life or sim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2001mark Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 11 hours ago, sparky chewbarky said: If it has to be "Knights" I've suggested this... Solid, though I think too Atlanta Thrashers'ish for me. While they're pouting about the name, hopefully the subsequent logo, whatever they're called, isn't a rush job mailed in. Their locale has the potential for mainstream brand in waiting me thinks. If they overthink it, or take it for granted - massive fail. @2001mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyler Crowder Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 Here is my concept for the new Vegas team, the Las Vegas Knights using the colours of black, vegas gold (fittingly) and white Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Needschat Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 Wildcards would be a good choice, if the NHL denies Knights as the nickname. Oh what could have been.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigerslionspistonshabs Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 33 minutes ago, Tyler Crowder said: Here is my concept for the new Vegas team, the Las Vegas Knights using the colours of black, vegas gold (fittingly) and white You just took the London Knights' logo.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyler Crowder Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 Just now, tigerslionspistonshabs said: You just took the London Knights' logo.... I did. My photoshop skills still aren't the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4_tattoos Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 4 hours ago, Needschat said: Wildcards would be a good choice, if the NHL denies Knights as the nickname. I believe "Black Knights" is the name that's being denied. Hotter Than July > Thriller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockey week Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 6 hours ago, Needschat said: Wildcards would be a good choice, if the NHL denies Knights as the nickname. Checked my own goalie out of the way! Wildcard, bitches! YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEHAAAAAAAAAA! I'll respect any opinion that you can defend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imawalkingcorpse Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 The Knights look just like the UCF Knights.. I mean EXACTLY like them. The Flamingos would be so much better. I hate the new Buccaneers logo. Pewter was boring in 97, even more boring now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bayne Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 I honestly feel like sometimes I'm on a forum with a bunch of 14 year old boys... I'm Danny fkn Heatley, I play for myself. That's what fkn all stars do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oso Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 On Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 4:41 PM, BeerGuyJordan said: http://espn.go.com/nhl/story/_/id/17069335/las-vegas-expansion-team-having-trademark-naming-issues-owner-says So they're apparently nowhere close on this. Also, as I read this, it kind of came across like Foley is being a bit pouty/whiny about not being able to use Black Knights...am I the only one getting that vibe? While I appreciate Foley's efforts in landing Vegas its first major league sports franchise, I really think he he is a little too married to this "Black Knights or bust" mindset (this, his joke that after paying $500 million, he should be able to name the team what he wants, and complete unwillingness to hold a name the team contest). The name has been met with mostly negative views from the fans. There is a good opportunity for him to build a brand but if he sticks to his guns and force feeds a name people seem to dislike, he will get off to a tough start with the fans. I realize Aces (which is what a majority of Vegas residents want the team called) is out of the picture due to Bettman putting a "no gambling references" criteria on the franchise's new moniker; but there has to be a middle ground. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BJ Sands Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 UNPOPULAR OPINION I like Knights. The name itself is underused in American sports, there's a potential for very cool imagery, and said out loud "Las Vegas Knights" is evocative of the city's nightlife and party vibe. I'm hoping this gets done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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