The NHL dipped its toes into jersey ads with the World Cup of Hockey. They haven’t quite let anyone wear an ad during a game but practice is fair game for the right price.

In case you didn’t know, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is coming soon to a theater near you. And if you’re a San Jose Sharks fan, now you know which side the hockey team will be on. They’re #TeamRebels. Sorry, Empire.

The Sharks went so far to pledge their allegiance with Star Wars-specific sweaters at practice this Friday morning.

 

Is this the start a new trend with NHL practice jerseys or just a one-off? We’ll find out soon enough. And whether it comes from NHL jerseys or otherwise, get ready to be over-saturated with Star Wars ads, product placements, and sponsorships as Disney is want to do with their big money movies.

[SJ Sharks]

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