Uniforms: they play a critical role for teams, organizations and fans. Everything matters from the logo to the color scheme when it comes to fans dishing out the big bucks to support their team. And if that team is successful, jersey sales spike and psychologically, it gets fans to love the sweaters — even if some of them aren't much to write home about.

Some uniforms have aged well over time, like the Hartford Whalers' green jerseys that make appearances in Carolina, while others simply do not — hello, Vancouver Canucks bowling team sweaters, we're looking at you.

Sure, not everyone will completely agree with this list below, but it's encouraged that you low-listers take a look at your closet. Look real hard at that raggedy sweater on that creaky wire hanger and think to yourself, "do I even like this jersey?"

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Just because you may not like your uniform doesn't mean you need to change team loyalties; maybe suggest a change to your franchise instead.

Since Adidas bought the rights to make NHL uniforms back in 2017, only a few teams have made adjustments. Yes, most teams have alternate jerseys and, of course, every team has an away sweater, but for this list, only the home primaries are taken into consideration. Besides, shouldn't the host be dressed the best?

The rankings are based on a few simple factors including logo, team colors and hidden images with special meanings (who doesn't love an Easter egg!). Other variables included are the team's success, fanbase and history.

That being said, here are the current home jersey rankings for every NHL team, from worst to first: