Category: team history
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Why Is Houston Oilers Owner Bud Adams NOT In The Pro-Football Hall of Fame?
In the late 1950’s, Bud Adams partnered with Lamar Hunt to establish the American Football League, which would challenge the rival NFL’s dominance and eventually spawn a merger between the two leagues. With that, Bud Adams legacy was cemented as an early founder who helped shape the NFL as we know it today. So why…
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What Happened To The California Golden Seals?
In 1967 the California Golden Seals were included as part of a legendary expansion to the National Hockey League, placing NHL teams on the west coast for the first time. So why after nine seasons did the Seals leave the San Francisco Bay Area and move to Cleveland? In today’s video we’ll take a look…
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What Happened To The NHL’S Pittsburgh Pirates?
In the early 1920’s the NHL expanded, bringing in new franchises to keep up with rival leagues. One such team was the formerly independent club, the Pittsburgh Pirates. In today’s video we’ll take a look back at how the once promising team ended up folding after just five seasons in the NHL. The Formation The…
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What Happened To The Buffalo Braves?
In the early 1970’s, the Buffalo Braves were a part of an exciting time in Buffalo’s growing sports scene. So what exactly happened to the Braves that resulted in the team packing up and moving to the west coast after only eight seasons? In today’s video we’ll take a look back to how the Braves…
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Behind The Logo: Quebec Nordiques
The Quebec Nordiques were a beloved professional ice hockey team based in Quebec City, Canada, known for their passionate fan base and rich history in the sport. Throughout their existence, the Nordiques wore distinctive blue and white uniforms adorned with a unique igloo-inspired logo, which became a symbol of Quebecois hockey pride. What’s In A…
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Behind The Logo: Montreal Expos
The Montreal Expos logo holds a special place in the hearts of baseball fans, particularly those who fondly remember the team’s existence from 1969 to 2004. The logo, which underwent a few modifications over the years, is a symbol of the franchise’s identity and its connection to the vibrant city of Montreal. What’s In A…
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Behind The Logo: Hartford Whalers
The Hartford Whalers logo is one of the most recognizable logos in sports history. It has become an iconic symbol of the city of Hartford, Connecticut, and a beloved memory of the team that played there from 1979 to 1997. The logo’s design is simple, yet powerful, featuring a stylized letter “W” with a blue…
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What Makes Fenway Park Special? // Fenway Park: A Super Quick History
For over 100 years, Fenway Park has been one of baseball’s most iconic grounds. With its unique dimensions, and jewel box design built right into the city, it has become one of the landmark cathedrals for the sport. In today’s article we’ll take a look back at what makes this park so special and all…
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What Happened To The Minnesota North Stars?
For twenty six years Minnesota (widely known as one of the best places for hockey) was home to a NHL team, the North Stars. So what exactly led to the team leaving after so many seasons? In today’s video we’ll take a look back at how the team’s struggles to stay relevant, and an owner’s…
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What Happened To The Original Charlotte Hornets?
The Charlotte Hornets were a model franchise of success, becoming instantly popular and a leader in attendance for several seasons . So what exactly led to the team moving away after fourteen years? In today’s video we’ll take a look back at how one owner’s personal scandals led to a major rift between the city…
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