I prefer a name that is orginial. Not a copy of a previous team in any professional sports are a knock off of the 49ers or 76ers... Since I love horses, much better than any cow, I like the name Stallions. Use red as the primary color, and maybe add some wings to the stallion... Think Mobil...



yeah, Stallions would be a cool name. giving our team name to an animal is appropriate being that theres already a good amount of nhl teams that already exist being named after animals:

panthers, coyotes, thrashers, ducks, sharks, penguins, etc.

besides our own historic land run couldnt have been as successful (talking bout them blasted sooners here) if it wasnt for the diligence of horses beating the gun. so themm sneaky sooners could set up their stakes everywhere , not to mention the overnight founding of Oklahoma City itself. ...horses deserve the honor..hauling all our ancestors and their belongings so we could settle upon this land we call Oklahoma...., Stallions is an excellent name idea in my book.

This is NOT official just a idea of a jersey.
http://members.cox.net/kd5orw/conceptjersey.png

i did some homework here and even looked up Barons, and im sorry, Im just not seeing the vaguest of relevance to it having anything to do with Oklahoma at all.
never heard of "oil barons"?

The Barons team name announcement was called a hoax at our forum as well....

OKC AHL Team Name - OKCHockey.com (http://www.okchockey.com/showthread.php?18-AHL-Team-Name)

The announcement may be a hoax, but there is a domain registered to Prodigal Hockey. Do a WHOIS search on oklahomacitybarons.com. Then do another WHOIS search on prodigalhockey.com, and the information is the same.

That jersey idea looks somewhat acceptable, but the edmonton oilers jersey appears too retro, they need to update it to look more modern for these days. But it does look good though. Any one have word when souveneirs may go on sale, LOL, seeing if they name the team.

Oilfieldhockey.com has found the logos for the team.

Yeah, I like the "OKC" and the giant "Barons" logos, I think they need to get away from the oil rig logo, dosent seem to good for the jersey. I think they should consider that old blazer "B" as an option as well.

But all in all, I like two of the three logos that have been listed.

The Barons team name announcement was called a hoax at our forum as well....

OKC AHL Team Name - OKCHockey.com (http://www.okchockey.com/showthread.php?18-AHL-Team-Name)

Well... maybe I was wrong

Oklahoma City Barons - OKCHockey.com (http://www.okchockey.com/showthread.php?65-The-Barons&p=143#post143)

Love the new logo.

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs049.snc3/13634_180603473549_180601338549_2844674_615129_n.j pg

Oops....got them confused.

http://cdn1.sbnation.com/imported_assets/450356/imageagentproxy_medium.jpg

Nice scrotum, by the way.

Well, here it comes. There is an announcement coming Wednesday May 19th at 4pm, at the Cox, for the official name of the AHL OKC team. We all know that its probably going to be the Barons. However, nothing is official, until its official. This is listed on the Prodigal Hockey website this morning. At least theres progress. Still, I had hoped they would have chosen a tougher name for the team, but the barons will be acceptable. The point is OKC is getting high caliber hockey back in town.

I wonder if the in the shortfalls in the CHL, if any other cities may try and relocate teams over to the AHL in the future. In '02 the San Antonio Iguanas disbanded and became the Rampage, affiliates of the Coyotes, as well as Austin, Tx, disbanding the Ice Bats and bringing the Texas Stars to town. Though I doubt this would likely happen soon at all.

Anyways, Lets GO BARONS

Oops....got them confused.

http://cdn1.sbnation.com/imported_assets/450356/imageagentproxy_medium.jpg

Nice scrotum, by the way.

is that seriously the logo? thats about as bad as the new tiger woods logo with its own sexual innuendo.

I just can believe that its taken them this long to find a name for the team, even though I know there some legal mumbo jumbo involved as well. Im starting to wonder if the Barons was going to be the name all along, and that the name the team contest was all in vein.

As for the logos, I admit I do like the OKC oil drop, and the Oklahoma City barons w/ oil drop. However the third logo w/ the oil rig looks too cheesy. I know they could design something better than that.

Does the oil spill in the Gulf have something to do with the team name at all. They could have chosen the Oklahoma City "Gulf of Mexico oil spilling enviornmentalist Hippie liberals" or somthing of the likes.

http://cdn1.sbnation.com/imported_assets/450356/imageagentproxy_medium.jpg


The oil drop looks like a ball sack.

http://cdn1.sbnation.com/imported_assets/450356/imageagentproxy_medium.jpg


The oil drop looks like a ball sack.

Anyone else reminded of a particular south park cartoon?

Something tells me Grant doesn't know what the word 'scrotum' means.

http://cdn1.sbnation.com/imported_assets/450356/imageagentproxy_medium.jpg


The oil drop looks like a ball sack.

Really?

I hope the new OKC-AHL franchise doesn't use this logo it reminds me of those orange rubber truck scrotums minus-one that people are attaching to the back of their rear-bumpers.

^^^It look's like The "K" in OKC is taking a big brown dump!

I actually kinda like Barons. It's different, but catchy.

Why and I not surprised I disagree with cobra? Hmmmm

I really like the name Barons, I wish they would have named our NBA team that but understand why they didn't... I was hoping they were saving the name for our NFL team though!

I can't imagine, though, the fans in Cleveland being that pumped about it. Cleveland Barons hockey goes way back.

As a Blazers fan from the early days, would have been a little irritating to see a CHL expansion team go with the name 'Blazers'.

http://johnnybower.net/images_photo_gallery/Cleveland-Barons-Puck.gif

http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/logos/ahl/cleveland_barons_2002.gif

http://www.sportslogos.net/images/logos/1/39/full/6076.gif

By the way, does that last logo look familiar? Anything else we can snag from the folks in Cleveland?

http://www.bigdhockey.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/Oklahoma-City-Blazers-285x300.jpg

Let's try this again - getting red x's. (hate that you can't edit stuff on this site)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff252/IslandersSkinhead/ClevelandBarons.jpg

Anyone else reminded of a particular south park cartoon?

no, cause southpark sucks. beavis and butthead is better.

I was hoping they were saving the name for our NFL team though!

ha ha, if that was a joke it made my day.

OKC isnt getting NFL for a looooooooong time.

1. our market is too close to Dallas' Cowboys

2. our market is too small to support an NFL team, which of all major leagues has more stringent requirements than NBA, NHL, or MLB.

3. were too gung-ho over sooner football to distract our attention for a milli-second to watch a would-be local NFL team toss a pigskin around as well.

I actually kinda like Barons. It's different, but catchy.

Why and I not surprised I disagree with cobra? Hmmmm

are you wanting to? (scratches chin)

We just generally don't see eye to eye on a great many issues.

But I do agree about the NFL....weird huh. It'll be a cold day in haedes when they come to town. I think you'd have to see an OKC of 3-4 million first...because Dallas is so close.

I understand that these are the possible logos for the Oklahoma City Barons.

Link: OKC Barons LogosLeaked? - Blog - icethetics.info (http://www.icethetics.info/blog/2010/5/7/okc-barons-logos-leaked.html)

Thanks, Laramie.....for cracking that news story.

Thanks, Laramie.....for cracking that news story.

Deep breaths....take deep breaths...

Something tells me Grant doesn't know what the word 'scrotum' means.

I know what the word scrotum means. I just didn't read the sentence containing it...that, and I'm less refined. :Smiley036

Hey everyone, check out the latest AHL team name news at Oilers Jambalaya.com, apparently the word is out that the name possibly may not be Barons, but the Roughnecks, or even Bison.

I dont know, theres even a trademark request that the team be named the OKC Roughnecks w/logo request as well. Have the Oilers changed the name, or is Prodigal just having some fun.

Its listed last night, on OilersJambalaya.com.

Also, Copper and Blue.com has all the buzz on this as well, lets stay tuned, this is getting interesting.

Has anyone heard anything new throughout the day about the mojo coming out on wednesday. Whats your opinion, Roughnecks?, Barons?, Bisons?, or do you think it may be something else?.

I think that it will be Barons! If I can remember "Barons" was among the names narrowed down in the name the team contest the Oklahoman sponsored when Thunder beat out "Outlaws" and "Barons."

Has anyone followed the latest today on the team name. Now theres logos on the US Trademark office for the OKC Roughnecks, the OKC Bisons as well. Apparently, a fourth name has popped up as the OKC Twisters coming into the hat as a possibility for the name tomorrow.

So now its four possible names coming up, even though theres alot of speculation as to many people thinking its the Barons, Im not locking into that at this moment. Its not over, 'til its over tomorrow at 4 pm.

What do y'all around town think, OKC Barons, OKC Roughnecks, OKC Bisons, or OKC Twisters?. Personally, I like Roughnecks, followed by the Twisters, but whatever they name the team, I hope they begin selling items online soon or at the COX center. Tomorrow ought to be exciting to the name and logo out there and begin promoting hockeys return to OKC in 5 months. Also, I am hoping to see when the inaugural season schedule comes out.

"Lets Go _________"?, you fill in the blank.

Wonder if the team will have any kind of tv deal? Will they show the games on tv, or internet?

Very true, we shall see if they do. Personally, I'll probably be at the games, instead of behind the tube if the were televised.

Actually, I would name a team the Twisters though after what has happened last week, and I would doubt that the Bison would be chosen since the Thunder have the mascot of the Bison, however, Im hoping to get a seat tomorrow at the Cox for the Big Event.

sorry, I meant I would not have named the team Twisters.

Been meaning to post this:

PRODIGAL HOCKEY PRESS CONFERENCE MAY 19
Prodigal Hockey will announce the name for their new American Hockey League team on May 19 at 4 p.m. in the Northeast Lobby of the Cox Convention Center.

In addition to officially presenting the name and logo, Prodigal Hockey will unveil the official team jerseys and the winner of the Name the Team Contest. Prodigal Hockey asked for fans to submit team name ideas and they responded with over 20,000 entries and 3,000 individual names. One lucky person who submitted the name chosen will receive a VIP trip for two to see the Edmonton Oilers take on the Dallas Stars in Dallas during the 2010-11 season.

Parking is available in the parking garage next to the Courtyard by Marriott for no charge. Also, don't forget to bring your business cards. One lucky fan who attends the press conference will win one of the new team jerseys. One entry per person. Must be present to win.

The soon-to-be-named team will be the AHL affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers. The American Hockey League has been in operation for 74 consecutive seasons and serves as the primary developmental league for National Hockey League players, coaches and staff. Nearly 85 percent of NHL players have competed at the AHL level.

Well, once again the word is out on OilFieldHockey.com, OilersJambalaya.com, and Copper and Blue that the team will be name the "Oklahoma City Barons", even though who knows how sneaky Prodigal Hockey could be. There even stating that its official according to AHL.com.

Who knows, I am just gonna wait til I see it while at the Cox Center. Regardless of the name, I will support the team name and attend plenty of games this coming season. Ill admit, Im kind of partial to the Houston Aeros, but I am all the way for the new OKC AHL team.

So whats next, name the contest for an NFL team coming to OKC, just kidding.

Oklahoma City Barons logo & jersey unveiling - 19/05/2010 - Edmonton Oilers - Photos (http://oilers.nhl.com/club/gallerylanding.htm?id=15863&navid=DL|EDM|home)

yep, it is official The Oklahoma City Barons!

I dont really like it

Its ten times better than the Thunder name.

Its ten times better than the Thunder name.

I favored the Barons over the Thunder and Outlaws. I now like the Thunder name because it has grown on me.

The Barons will have the task of shredding the Blazers name from within the hockey shadows!

Great name selection for Oklahoma City.

Go Barons!

I'm neither a ice rink nut or puck, but I think going with a fresh start is a good move. It's new traditions time for those who relish the sport.

Well, as we all figured the name is the OKC Barons, my Congratulations to Bob Funk, the Edmonton Oilers, Cox, and all others involved in the operations of the team.

I went to the Press Conference today and it was quite awesome to be a part of OKC hockey history and see the unveiling of the name and logo. I guess we still have to wait a short while for the mascot though even though I would say the mascot should be the lil monopoly game butler dude, or maybe just have Doug Sauter as the mascot.

As for the support of the team, and some thinking that the Barons will be in the blazers shadow, well just give them a lil time and we all shall see how successful they will become. The CHL of old needs to fly away, and focus on the future. Today alone, after checking the CHL.com website, another team, Amarillo Gorillas, ceased operations today and sadly Amarillo may not see hockey for some time now. I highly doubt that they are hoping to follow the defunct blazers and land an AHL team.

In fact, I would not be surprised that the CHL folds and disbands within 4 or 5 years now at the rate teams are dying out of the old league.

Regardless, we are now a city on the horizon of professional hockey and I think it will bring excitement for all.

"LETS GO BARONS"

I think it's freakin' awesome that the jersey size in the photos makes it look like they made a Barons quilt for our Lt. Gov. Nice lady.

Also, season begins Oct. 9th, however no schedule at this moment.

If you want to see some pics, I got some here: Ladies and Gentlemen, Your New OKC Hockey Team Is... (http://www.okchockey.com/showthread.php?72-Ladies-and-Gentlemen-Your-New-OKC-Hockey-Team-Is)...

I like The Logo!The name is allright!it's just good to know there will be hockey played in OKC very soon!

Nothing more than a photo opp for Jari Askins who is probably gearing up for a run at Governor.

The whole event was a photo op. So what.

Is it October yet?

Nothing more than a photo opp for Jari Askins who is probably gearing up for a run at Governor.

Metro, She's been running for months.
Jari Askins for Governor (http://www.jariaskins.com)
She's running in the primary against Drew Edmondson http://www.edmondson2010.com/

I'm excited about our being in the AHL. I had a friend email me when OKC got the AHL franchise and he says the quality of hockey from the CHL is not even comparable. He swears there are high school teams in Minnesota and tons of them in Canada that could beat a CHL team. Is that true? I've said that and repeated it, I certainly hope I'm right. The Barons name sounds good to me. I'm with Kevin ( a few posts back), it's time with the new league to begin a new tradition.

I dont really like it

I think we got that over the last several posts youve had about it.


Personally, i think they did a great job with the name/logos. I'm glad to have hockey back and can't wait to go to a game! And with Devon around as such a big player these days, why not Barons? We are here because of oil, might as well market off of it, right?

Is it October yet?

I wish.

So will this place change it's name? Blazers Ice Centre - Blazers Ice Centre (http://www.blazers-icecentre.com/)

FYI - if you have any questions about the Cox Center renovations...

OKC AHL Cox Center Tour (http://www.okchockey.com/showthread.php?79-Cox-Center-Tour)