Logan Thompson embroiled in controversy over gear design

The tenure for Logan Thompson with the Vegas Golden Knights came to a close this offseason, as he was sent to the Washington Capitals in exchange for a pair of 3rd round Draft selections. 

Thompson has already received his new Capitals-themed mask and personalized Bauer equipment, but he has found himself at the center of controversy after online critics pointed out that his gear design closely resembles a highly controversial symbol.

Fans couldn't help but notice that his gear design bears a striking resemblance to the Confederate Flag design dating back to the American Civil War. 

The responses were swift, calling out Thompson for not fully thinking his pad design through: 

However, not every response was negative: 

Entering his first season with the Capitals, Thompson has amassed a record of 56-32-11 with a 2.67 goals against average, .912 save percentage and four shutouts. 

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