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Marquette Pirates™ Jersey (CUSTOM - PRE-ORDER)

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*PREORDER ONLY OPEN UNTIL 12/1*

**This Jersey is made-to-order and will be shipping: ETA 3/1/2027**

**WILL NOT MAKE HOLIDAYS**

On February 2, 1954, Detroit faced off against a team from the prison, the Marquette Pirates -- aka Emery's Boys -- named after the prison's warden. The story goes that Jack Adams and Ted Lindsay visited the prison as a goodwill gesture, and were asked to come back later on and play a game there. It seemed unlikely at the time since the prison didn't have a rink. But some months later the prison's athletics director built a rink and invited the team back to play. And play they did. Hall of Famers like Gordie Howe, Lindsay, Terry Sawchuk, and Sid Abel took the ice against the Marquette Pirates™ inmates.

The Marquette Pirates™ didn't have particularly modern jerseys. For their famous game, they wore black sweaters with white numbers on the chest. In other games the jerseys had white stripes or said "Emery's Boys" on the chest. We've taken some creative liberties and created a modern equivalent of what the Pirates might wear today, along with our own custom Pirates logo. We hope it's a good tribute to this unique band of hockey players. The seams on the jerseys are fully embroidered including a beautifully embroidered pirate logo. Optional name and numbers are heat pressed, with a stitched name bar.

Our jerseys are modern replicas that capture the spirit of the vintage logos and styles from these teams. They are tough and durable for playing use while also high quality, comfortable jerseys for fans.

Product details for the jerseys:

- Made with lightweight, breathable mesh

- Jersey logo, striping and seams are fully embroidered

- Custom name, number and optional C or A are available. These details are heat sealed onto the jersey for durability. Name bar is sewn with letters heat sealed to the name bar.

- Made to replicate the Clippers' black road jerseys of the early 1960s as closely as possible using modern jersey production methods

- Jerseys do not come with a fight strap

- Materials sourced from Asia, jerseys imported from Canada

- This jersey is made to order by Vintage Ice Hockey

Please review the pre-order terms and our jersey return and exchange policy prior to purchase.

SIZING INFORMATION:

Please see the jersey size chart for sizing details. Generally speaking, the jersey sizing for adults is consistent with official NHL replicas from recent years. We strongly encourage consulting the size chart provided specific to this team and comparing the measurements to jerseys you currently own. Jerseys will NOT include a fight strap.

Material Composition:

✔ 100% Performance Polyester

Fabric Features:

✔ Lightweight and breathable for all-day comfort

✔ Soft, athletic texture

Washing Instructions:

✔ Machine wash cold with similar colors

✔ Use mild detergent

❌ Do not use bleach or fabric softeners

Drying Instructions:

✔ Tumble dry low or hang dry for best results

❌ Do not wring

Ironing & Steaming:

✔ Cool iron if needed

❌ Do not iron over printed graphics

Special Care:

✔ Wash inside out to preserve prints and colors

✔ Avoid high heat to maintain fabric longevity

The Pirates were the inmate team at Marquette Branch Prison in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. On February 2, 1954, the Detroit Red Wings played them on the outdoor rink inside the prison walls in 21-degree weather, with about 600 inmates watching: the first outdoor game featuring an NHL team.

More Retro & Defunct: every retro and defunct team. More Michigan hockey: every Michigan team.

Who Were the Prison Pirates?

Red Wings players face off against the Marquette Prison Pirates on the outdoor rink inside Marquette Branch Prison — the first outdoor game in NHL history — photo 1 of 6

Marquette Branch Prison in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, known as the Alcatraz of the North — photo 2 of 6

1953: two inmates asked the Red Wings to come play and the warden made it official — there was no rink, so they built one — photo 3 of 6

The trophy was a refuse bucket — they called it the Honeypot — photo 4 of 6

Feb 2, 1954: Howe, Lindsay, Sawchuk and the Red Wings were 18–0 after one period — they stopped counting and swapped jerseys — photo 5 of 6

Marquette Pirates hockey tank — ready to rep? — photo 6 of 6

Marquette Pirates™ Jersey (CUSTOM - PRE-ORDER)

Name: Marquette Pirates™ Jersey (CUSTOM - PRE-ORDER)
Brand: Vintage Ice Hockey
SKU: Marquette Pirates™ Jersey (CUSTOM - PRE-ORDER) Small
Price: 282.0 CAD
Availability: InStock

Regular price$282.00

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Tailored Fit

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Machine Washable

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