The Boston Olympics were a successful hockey team in the EAHL/EHL in Boston during the 1940s. The team was composed of New England hockey talent and run by Walter Brown who coached the USA to a hockey world title in 1933 and later founded the Boston Celtics. The Olympics found success in the EAHL as they won five titles in 12 seasons including four in a row from 1944 to 1947. Much of that success can be credited to the Olympics being an NHL farm club, as the EAHL was generally lower than a second tier league throughout its history and the Olympics played above that competition. The team’s best season was 1943-44 as they earned a 39-4-2 record. But by the end of the 1940s the EHL was struggling to field teams as teams went out of business during the season or couldn’t put together a home schedule due to scheduling issues. The league quickly embarked on an ill-fated expansion to Milwaukee, Cleveland, Toledo, and Grand Rapids but it only ended up costing the eastern teams money. Citing financial difficulties, the Olympics tried to change things up for 1951-52 and moved to DC to become the Washington Lions, but to no avail. The franchise would fold after one year and only nine wins in the capital.

This would make a unique gift for the Bostonian in your life or a neat find for yourself of a vintage hockey team from Beantown.
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About theshirtfrom the manufacturer: This T-shirt is perfect for that tailored look. Throw it on under a sweater or sweatshirt, or wear it by itself with a pair of jeans or khakis.

• Brand: Bella + Canvas | Product ID: 3001
• 100% combed ring spun cotton (heather gray color is 90% cotton/10% polyester – note other heather colors are 52% cotton 48% poly) | Fabric Weight: 4.2 oz (lightweight)
• Durable double-stitched bottom hem and stretchable cotton collar for lasting comfort
• Reinforced shoulder construction maintains shape after repeated washings
• Imported, processed and printed in the U.S.A.