World Hockey Association (1972-1975)
Tombstone
Born: November 1, 1971 – WHA founding franchise. 1 WHA prepares for fight, Windsor Star, November 2, 1971, p27
Folded: May 27, 1975
First Game: October 12, 1972 (L 3-2 @ Houston Aeros)
Last Game: April 6, 1975 (L 6-3 @ Edmonton Oilers)
WHA AVCO Cup Championships: None
Arena
International Amphitheatre, 1972-1975 (9,000)
Opened: December 1, 1934
Demolished: August 3, 1999
Marketing
Team Colors: Forest Green, Gold, White
Ownership
Owners:
- 1972-1974: Walter and Jordon Kaiser
- 1974-1975: Ralph Backstrom, Dave Dryden, Pat Stapleton
Background
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