Toronto Blue Jays 1977 Wool Shawl Collar Sweater

REPLICA ON-FIELD BASEBALL SWEATERS JUST LIKE HOW THEY WORE IT

History: Toronto had a long history in the International League with the Maple Leafs (the name pre-dated use by the NHL hockey team), and had long sought an MLB franchise. The city was granted an expansion franchise in the American League, and the new Blue Jays hit the field in 1977, playing in a reconfigured Exhibition Stadium. After moving into SkyDome (now Rogers Centre) in 1989, the Jays won their first World Series championship in 1992 and followed it with a second in 1993.

When we released our first collection of shawl-collar MLB sweaters, we were delighted with the response. Of course, one common reaction was “Where’s my team?” Of course, as the shawl collar sweaters were worn on-field only into the early 1930s, our original selections were limited to the original sixteen clubs. But what if newer teams wore these sweaters? We created new designs to include expansion teams like the New York Mets and Los Angeles Angels, relocated teams like the Oakland Athletics and Baltimore Orioles, and updates to original teams like the Cubs and Giants.

These alpaca/wool blend sweaters are made to the same exacting specifications as the ones from the early 20th century. They feature thick buttons and sewn felt chest emblems. Perfect for that off-season cold weather, sitting by the fireplace, and those early Spring Training games.