NHL Logo
A stylised shield-shaped emblem rendered in metallic silver tones on a black background. The shield has a beveled, chrome-like double outline and a diagonal banner running from the upper-left to lower-right that contains the three-letter wo...
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A stylised shield-shaped emblem rendered in metallic silver tones on a black background. The shield has a beveled, chrome-like double outline and a diagonal banner running from the upper-left to lower-right that contains the three-letter wordmark "NHL" in bold, angular, sans-serif capital letters.
The interior of the shield is predominantly black, which contrasts with the silver gradient of the border and letters, producing a glossy, three-dimensional metallic appearance. There are no additional words or symbols outside the shield.
Shapes: shield diagonal band double outline wordmark
Style: modern metallic gradient emblem minimal
Text in logo: NHL
The shield shape evokes protection, authority and tradition; the diagonal wordmark suggests motion and dynamism.
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NHL Logo History
The NHL (National Hockey League) is a professional ice hockey league founded in 1917 in North America. The shield-style emblem is the league's primary logo and has been used in various updated forms throughout its history.
Frequently asked
What does NHL stand for?
NHL stands for National Hockey League.
Is this the official NHL logo?
Yes — this shield is the National Hockey League's primary emblem.
What does the shield shape represent?
Visually, the shield suggests protection, tradition and the authority of the league.
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