Derek Sanderson Philadelphia Blazers

Philadelphia Blazers

World Hockey Association (1972-1973)

Tombstone

Born: May 31, 1972 – The WHA’s planned Miami franchise shifts to Philadelphia1Philadelphia gets Miami team, UPI via The Bryan TimesJun. 1, 1972
Moved
: May 11, 1973 – (Vancouver Blazers)2Blazers headeing westward, AP via The Windsor StarMay 12, 1973

First Game: October 12, 1972 (L 4-3 @ New England Whalers)
Last Game: April 11, 1973 (L 6-2 vs. Cleveland Crusaders)

WHA Championships: None

Arena

Philadelphia Civic Center
Opened: 1931
Demolished: 2005

Marketing

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Ownership

Attendance

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Source: HockeyDB.com

 

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The Philadelphia Blazers were charter members of the World Hockey Association (WHA) in 1972. For one season, Philly was a two-team town. The Blazers left for Vancouver, though, in 1973. Remember Philadelphia’s other pro team in a T-shirt and jersey from Royal Retros. Several colors available.

 

 

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Crossing The Line: The Outrageous Story of a Hockey Original
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Philadelphia Blazers logo, uniforms, and team history photo

 

Links

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