Ol' Old English
The "D" is Detroit's Signature
If you are anything like us, when you see that Old English "D" in any part of the world, you get goosebumps. The kind of goose bumps you might get when you watch an Extreme Home Makeover (EHM) family step into their new house for the first time in. Okay, maybe we're exaggerating (Because we actually cry while watching EHM), but the symbol has gone from one that represents only the Detroit Tigers, to one that represents a city of hard working people who have gone through riots, depressions and the rise and fall of booming industries. The symbol exudes "industrial chic" byway of its traditional font standing proud in modern times, a combination that shares an ironic similarity with Detroit's current situation; putting new industries into archaic buildings.
When packing your bags for a trip out-of-town, how many of you make sure you take something with the Old English "D" on it? I bet a LOT of you do. You also think that the "D" gives you a sort of edge, a dangerous look in the eyes of their beholders (even though you might be from Brighton and have a Leave it to Beaver upbringing). Sure, sales of apparel dawning the "D" have risen due to the Tigers' recent success. But even when the organization was in a huge slump, there were no shortage of "D" sightings.
It's probably safe to assume that the popularity of the Old English "D" is a function of its age. The symbol was first introduced in the 1890's on Tiger's uniforms that have, frankly, not changed very much. For some reason, the Tiger's organization got rid of the "D" for one season in the early 1960's, but their wrists were quickly slapped.
Finally, here's one interesting tidbit that you may earn you some points at the dinner table; the "D" on the Tiger's uniform, is different than the one on the cap! Look at the above photo of Magglio blowing you a kiss, and see for yourself! But, no matter which version of the logo you wear; the "D" is Detroit's signature.
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