US Sports Equipment and Clothing
The US sports page brings together equipment and clothing for baseball and American football: New Era caps from MLB franchises, retro t-shirts and sweatshirts from the New York Yankees, Dodgers, Padres, or Chicago White Sox, backpacks and fanny packs, as well as balls and gloves for American football. It’s all about wearing the logos of the major teams, from the stands to everyday life.
The colours of the American franchises, from the stadium to the street.
New York Yankees: the history of the NY logo
The New York Yankees, who have won numerous titles in MLB, have one of the most well-known sports logos in the world. The intertwined N and Y letters were designed by jeweler Tiffany in 1877 for a bravery medal awarded to a New York police officer; the club adopted them on their jerseys in 1909, when they were still called the Highlanders. The retro t-shirts and hoodies emblazoned with 1927 pay tribute to that year's team, featuring Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, often cited as the best in baseball history. The monogram also adorns backpacks, fanny packs, and faded caps.
The selection
US sports are organised by type:
- Baseball, caps, clothing and accessories.
- Football Clothing.
- Football Balls.
- Football Accessories.
Dodgers, Padres, White Sox: the retro logos of the franchises
Retro clothing features logos from a specific era for each franchise. The Dodgers, born in Brooklyn, moved to Los Angeles in 1958: the Retro Stadium t-shirt 1958-71 evokes their early California years, around the opening of Dodger Stadium in 1962. The San Diego Padres, established in 1969, wore brown and gold until the mid-1980s, which is reflected in the 1969/84 sweatshirt. The Chicago White Sox, founding members of the American League in 1901, keep their gothic lettering in black and white, and the Dodgers' wordmark, written in cursive letters, is featured on the more understated t-shirts of the franchise.
Other sports
The other sports on the site, swimming, padel, badminton, handball, basketball, golf, fitness, climbing, camping, fishing, motorcycle, are all gathered on the other sports page.
Baseball cap: fitted or adjustable
New Era, founded in Buffalo in 1920 by Ehrhardt Koch, has made the official cap for all MLB teams since the 1990s. Its iconic model, the fitted cap with a closed back, launched in 1954, is selected by the exact size of the head circumference and retains a high and rigid crown. The adjustable models, made of faded cotton with a soft crown and curved visor, fasten with a strap or snaps, like the snapback, and fit most heads. The trucker cap, with a mesh back, lets your head breathe in the summer, and the colours of the Miami Marlins or the Giants complement those of the Yankees.
Good deals
Great deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and the items shipped in 24 hours are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday in late autumn, the holiday season, winter sales, French Days in spring, then summer sales and back-to-school season.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the size of a fitted cap?
Measure your head circumference with a flexible tape measure, one finger above the eyebrows and ears, then refer to the manufacturer's size guide. If chosen correctly, the cap should fit without pressing on the forehead; if between two sizes, go for the larger one.
How does a franchise work in American sports?
The major American leagues are closed: there is no promotion or relegation, teams buy their spots and remain members. A franchise is owned by owners and can move to a different city if they find a better stadium elsewhere.
How is baseball played?
Two teams of nine players alternate between offense and defense over nine innings. The batter tries to hit the ball from the pitcher and then run from base to base; each complete trip to home plate scores a run, and three outs end the half-inning.
How do I clean a cap without damaging it?
Wash it by hand in warm water with a mild soap, gently brushing the sweatband. Avoid using a washing machine and dryer, which can distort the visor, and allow it to air dry, laying it on a bowl or a round form.
What does MLB stand for?
MLB stands for Major League Baseball, the professional league that comprises thirty teams from the United States and Canada, split between the American League and the National League. Its season concludes in autumn with the World Series.
