Over the weekend, following the draft, I noted on Twitter that I think the Colorado Avalanche should be next with a jersey overhaul — something a lot of folks seemed to agree with. Bastian Schmülling to the rescue.

Something as simple as this could do wonders for the Avs, letting that great crest shine without being boxed in by useless and ugly apron-string piping.

By the way, as we officially begin the second half of 2014 today, I thought I'd clue you in on the highest-rated concept of the first half. Fittingly, it was another design from Mr. Schmülling posted just a few weeks ago. And here's the runner-up.