Pittsburgh Pirates Looking to Revise Logo For 2014 Season

The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the most traditional logos in Major League Baseball, but that could all change soon. Pittsburgh finally seems to be turning the corner and working their way out of the NL Central basement and a new-look could accompany the team as they return to relevance.

July 28, 2012; Houston, TX, USA; General view of Pittsburgh Pirates hat and glove in the dugout before a game against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

The Pirates are looking to alter their logo for the 2014 season and discussions will begin next week.

Pittsburgh will invite a limited number of season ticket holders to focus groups so they can receive feedback and input from the fans while they look to potentially change the logo for 2014.

The primary logo has been a gold “P” on the center of their cap and the tradition has stuck with the Pirates since their early years. How could the organization alter the logo to make it modern and fresh while sticking with the team’s tradition?

Personally, I would like to see the Pirates go back to their glory days for some inspiration. A logo like this would bring back the good memories for Pirates fans young — well, not too young — and old:

What would you like to see the Pirates do with their logo for 2014? Sound off in the comments section and give us some of your own ideas.