Long before the Patriots or even the Whalers, Hartford had its own professional football team — the Hartford Blues. Active from 1924 to 1927, this early NFL squad (originally an independent team that joined the league in 1926) played at the old East Hartford Velodrome and represented the city during the wild, formative years of professional football. With their tough, no-frills style and that classic running back logo, the Blues were part of the league’s first wave of small-market teams that helped build the foundation of what the NFL would become. This heather gray hoodie revives the Hartford Blues legacy with a bold retro design: the dynamic running back illustration, the classic “HARTFORD BLUES” script, “FOOTBALL CLUB” banner, and the years 1924–1927 proudly displayed. Ultra-cozy mid-weight fleece that’s perfect for crisp fall days, game-day tailgates, or just repping one of Connecticut’s earliest pro football teams in comfort. Wear it and spark those “Hartford had an NFL team back in the 1920s?!” conversations from football history buffs and proud Nutmeggers.
Product features
- 50/50 cotton-poly medium-heavy fabric for cozy warmth and soft handfeel
- Tubular (no side seams) construction for cleaner fit and reduced waste
- Double-lined hood with color-matched drawcord and roomy kangaroo pocket
- DTF/DTG print methods available for crisp sleeve, wrist, and chest graphics
- Tear-away label and OEKO-TEX certified dyes; meets safety and compliance standards
Care instructions
- Tumble dry: medium
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Do not dryclean
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
Long before the Patriots or even the Whalers, Hartford had its own professional football team — the Hartford Blues. Active from 1924 to 1927, this early NFL squad (originally an independent team that joined the league in 1926) played at the old East Hartford Velodrome and represented the city during the wild, formative years of professional football. With their tough, no-frills style and that classic running back logo, the Blues were part of the league’s first wave of small-market teams that helped build the foundation of what the NFL would become. This heather gray hoodie revives the Hartford Blues legacy with a bold retro design: the dynamic running back illustration, the classic “HARTFORD BLUES” script, “FOOTBALL CLUB” banner, and the years 1924–1927 proudly displayed. Ultra-cozy mid-weight fleece that’s perfect for crisp fall days, game-day tailgates, or just repping one of Connecticut’s earliest pro football teams in comfort. Wear it and spark those “Hartford had an NFL team back in the 1920s?!” conversations from football history buffs and proud Nutmeggers.
Product features
- 50/50 cotton-poly medium-heavy fabric for cozy warmth and soft handfeel
- Tubular (no side seams) construction for cleaner fit and reduced waste
- Double-lined hood with color-matched drawcord and roomy kangaroo pocket
- DTF/DTG print methods available for crisp sleeve, wrist, and chest graphics
- Tear-away label and OEKO-TEX certified dyes; meets safety and compliance standards
Care instructions
- Tumble dry: medium
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Do not dryclean
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
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