New England Whalers Hoodie | Retro Hockey Sweatshirt

The New England Whalers, born in 1972 as part of the upstart World Hockey Association (WHA), were more than just a team—they were a symbol of New England pride during a golden age of hockey. Skating first in Boston before settling into the Hartford Civic Center, the Whalers’ green and blue sweaters, brass bonanza goal song, and scrappy spirit became part of countless childhood memories for fans across the region. They brought home the very first WHA championship in 1973, carving out a legacy as underdogs who could beat the big boys, and their rivalry with the Bruins gave Hartford and its fans a seat at hockey’s big table. For many, the Whalers weren’t just a team—they were family nights at the rink, listening to games on scratchy radio broadcasts, and the thrill of seeing Gordie Howe lace up alongside his sons. Though they eventually transformed into the Carolina Hurricanes, the “Hartford Whalers” name and whale-tail logo still tug at the heartstrings, evoking a wave of nostalgia that refuses to fade from New England’s sports lore.

New England Whalers Hoodie | Retro Hockey Sweatshirt

• 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester
Heather Sport Dark Navy is 40% cotton, 60% polyester
• Fabric weight: 8.0 oz/yd² (271.25 g/m²)
• Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling
• Double-lined hood with matching drawcord
• Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle
• 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Front pouch pocket
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem