{"product_id":"omaha-knights-1940s-hoodie","title":"Omaha Knights 1940s Hoodie","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Omaha Knights joined the American Hockey Association (AHA) in 1939-40. With Hap Emms as player-coach, the Knights reached the AHA finals in their first season and won the league championship in 1941-42. The AHA suspended play during World War II and returned in 1945 as the United States Hockey League (USHL), a minor professional league.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Knights returned in 1945-46 as a Detroit Red Wings farm club and played at the Ak-Sar-Ben Coliseum through 1950-51. Gordie Howe played his first professional season in Omaha in 1945-46 under coach Tommy Ivan. Wearing number 12, Howe scored 22 goals and 48 points in 51 games and was named to the USHL second all-star team. Omaha finished second at 31-22-3 and lost a seven-game playoff series to Tulsa. Howe joined the Detroit Red Wings the next season. Terry Sawchuk played 54 games in goal for the Knights in 1947-48. Omaha reached the USHL finals in 1946-47 and 1949-50 and won the league championship in 1950-51, the USHL's final season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLater Omaha Knights teams played in the International Hockey League from 1959 to 1963 and in the Central Hockey League from 1963 to 1965 and 1966 to 1975.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis would make a unique gift for the hockey fan in your life or a neat find for yourself of a vintage hockey team from Nebraska.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping on all orders shipped to the USA.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nQuestions about us or our products? Check out our FAQ.  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vintageicehockey.com\/pages\/a-note-about-ship-times\"\u003eLearn more \u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n--\u003cbr\u003e\nAbout the hoodie from the manufacturer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gildan Heavy Blend™ hoodie, made from a soft cotton-poly blend, provides warmth and durability. Its unisex fit offers everyday versatility, with ribbed cuffs and hem to keep the shape intact. A large front pocket adds convenience, while the double-lined hood with matching drawcord gives it a clean, cohesive look. Trusted for custom printing and casual wear, the Gildan 18500 is a reliable choice that balances comfort and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e- Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.\u003cbr\u003e- Human involvement in the printing process can lead to minor variations in the exact placement of prints on garments and products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"listMCE\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Gildan 18500 is made from a medium-heavy fabric (8.0 oz\/yd² (271 g\/m²)) made of 50% cotton and 50% polyester. This blend delivers cozy warmth and a soft feel that makes it perfect for chilly days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe classic fit along with the pouch pocket and the tear-away label make for a highly comfortable, scratch-free wearing experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe color-matched drawcord and the double-lined hood add a stylish flair and durability that tie everything together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbroidery decoration method available on either left chest, center chest, or large center chest, as well as right + left wrists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade using 100% ethically grown US cotton. 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