Winnipeg Jets' Wheeler is not a fan of ads on jerseys
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}GLENDALE, AZ - OCTOBER 09: Blake Wheeler #26 of the Winnipeg Jets celebrates with teammates on the bench after scoring a first period goal against the Arizona Coyotes during the NHL game at Gila River Arena on October 9, 2014 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
When news broke that Adidas would become the new jersey apparel producer, TSN's Rick Westhead pointed something out that every hockey fan fears: This opens up the opportunity for the NHL to put ads on the jerseys.
That really, really doesn't sit well with Winnipeg Jets forward Blake Wheeler.
The current deal with Reebok expires after the 2017-18 season. Adidas reportedly beat out Under Armour and Bauer Hockey for the right to create the NHL jerseys.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}(h/t The Score)