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Behind the Bench: Why Do Hockey Players Wear Suits?

In the fast-paced, bone-jarring world of ice hockey, where adrenaline flows as freely as the ice skates glide, one might wonder why, off the rink, hockey players don a very different kind of attire – suits.

From the NHL’s biggest stars to aspiring players in youth leagues, the tradition of hockey players wearing suits has deep roots and continues to be a defining feature of the sport’s culture.

But why do hockey players wear suits?

Is it merely tradition or does it serve a more profound purpose? In this blog post, we’ll dive into the fascinating history and significance of this practice.