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1976–77 Birmingham Bulls Season
The 1976–77 Birmingham Bulls season was the Bulls' first season of operation in Birmingham, Alabama after the Toronto Toros relocated from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Offseason Regular season Final standings Schedule and results , - , 1, , W, , October 8, 1976, , 4–2 , , align="left", Houston Aeros ( 1976–77) , , 1–0–0 , - , 2, , L, , October 10, 1976, , 3–4 OT, , align="left", @ Quebec Nordiques ( 1976–77) , , 1–1–0 , - , 3, , W, , October 12, 1976, , 6–2 , , align="left", Calgary Cowboys ( 1976–77) , , 2–1–0 , - , 4, , T, , October 14, 1976, , 7–7 , , align="left", Cincinnati Stingers ( 1976–77) , , 2–1–1 , - , 5, , L, , October 16, 1976, , 0–3 , , align="left", @ Houston Aeros ( 1976–77) , , 2–2–1 , - , 6, , L, , October 17, 1976, , 1–6 , , align="left", @ Minnesota Fighting Saints ( 1976–77) , , 2–3–1 , - , 7, , L, , October 19, 1976, , 5–6 OT, , align="left", Quebec Nordiques ( 1976–77) , , ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gilles Leger
Gilles Leger (July 16, 1941 – August 6, 2024) was a Canadian ice hockey coach, scout, and executive. Although a talented Canadian football player, Leger chose to dedicate his life to hockey. From 1967 to 1972, he coached the St. Francis Xavier University squad before he was hired as an assistant coach with the Ottawa Nationals. He had brief head coaching stints Toronto Toros and Birmingham Bulls, then moved on to serve as general manager of the latter club. Following his coaching roles, Leger held a series of front-office jobs. From 1979 until 1983, he was the director of player development for the Quebec Nordiques. He then became president of the Fredericton Express and Halifax Citadels American Hockey League teams and the QMJHL Quebec Remparts. He later served as a scout for several NHL clubs, including the Edmonton Oilers and New York Rangers. Leger died on August 6, 2024, in Mississauga Mississauga is a Canadian city in the province of Ontario. Situated on the nort ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Calgary Cowboys
The Calgary Cowboys were an ice hockey team that played two seasons in the World Hockey Association (WHA) from 1975 to 1977. The Cowboys played at the Stampede Corral in Calgary. The franchise was founded in 1972 as the Miami Screaming Eagles, though it never played a game in Miami. The team was based in Philadelphia and Vancouver, known in both markets as the ''Blazers'', before relocating to Calgary. The franchise folded in 1977. History Miami, Philadelphia and Vancouver Originally in 1972, the franchise was to be based out of Miami, Florida, called the Miami Screaming Eagles. But due to money problems and a lack of a suitable arena, they never played a game in Miami. Instead, they moved to Philadelphia and debuted as the Philadelphia Blazers the same year. After only one season in Philadelphia, the team relocated to Vancouver, British Columbia, and became the Vancouver Blazers in 1973–74, then two years later relocated to Calgary to become the Cowboys in 1975–76. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1976–77 San Diego Mariners Season
The 1976–77 San Diego Mariners season was the third and final season of operation of the San Diego Mariners of the World Hockey Association (WHA). The Mariners finished third in the Western Division and qualified for the playoffs, losing in the first round to the Winnipeg Jets. Offseason Regular season Final standings Schedule and results , - , 1, , T, , October 9, 1976, , 7–7 , , align="left", Cincinnati Stingers ( 1976–77) , , 0–0–1 , - , 2, , L, , October 12, 1976, , 4–6 , , align="left", @ Quebec Nordiques ( 1976–77) , , 0–1–1 , - , 3, , W, , October 15, 1976, , 7–4 , , align="left", @ Minnesota Fighting Saints ( 1976–77) , , 1–1–1 , - , 4, , W, , October 16, 1976, , 4–2 , , align="left", Calgary Cowboys ( 1976–77) , , 2–1–1 , - , 5, , W, , October 17, 1976, , 3–1 , , align="left", Winnipeg Jets ( 1976–77) , , 3–1–1 , - , 6, , T, , October 21, 1976, , 4–4 , , align="left", Indianapolis Racers ( 1976–77 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
San Diego Mariners
The San Diego Mariners were a professional ice hockey team based in San Diego, California, that competed in the World Hockey Association (WHA). The team played its home games at the San Diego Sports Arena. Previous to being in San Diego, the team was known as the New York Raiders, New York Golden Blades, and the Jersey Knights. After folding in 1977, San Diego Mariners' name was adopted by an unrelated franchise in the low-level, minor professional Pacific Hockey League (PHL). Notable alumni Star players for the Mariners included defenseman Harry Howell, center Andre Lacroix, and goaltender Ernie Wakely. The Mariners were coached by Howell (as player-coach) during their first season and Ron Ingram the succeeding two seasons, qualifying for the WHA playoffs each year. Demise Late in the Mariners' second season in 1975–76, owner Joseph Schwartz defaulted on paying his players' salaries and the league's assessments, and the league took over the team. In August 1976, McDon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1976–77 New England Whalers Season
The 1976–77 New England Whalers season was the fifth season of operation of the New England Whalers in the World Hockey Association. The Whalers placed fourth in the Eastern Division, qualifying fourth for the playoffs, losing in the first round to the Quebec Nordiques. Offseason Regular season Final standings Schedule and results , - , 1, , L, , October 8, 1976, , 0–2 , , align="left", @ Edmonton Oilers ( 1976–77) , , 0–1–0 , - , 2, , L, , October 10, 1976, , 2–5 , , align="left", @ Winnipeg Jets ( 1976–77) , , 0–2–0 , - , 3, , L, , October 16, 1976, , 2–8 , , align="left", Quebec Nordiques ( 1976–77) , , 0–3–0 , - , 4, , T, , October 19, 1976, , 4–4 , , align="left", @ Houston Aeros ( 1976–77) , , 0–3–1 , - , 5, , W, , October 22, 1976, , 5–2 , , align="left", Houston Aeros ( 1976–77) , , 1–3–1 , - , 6, , W, , October 23, 1976, , 5–4 , , align="left", Cincinnati Stingers ( 1976–77) , , 2–3–1 , - , ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New England Whalers
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1976–77 Edmonton Oilers Season
The 1976–77 Edmonton Oilers season was the Oilers' fifth season of operation. The Oilers placed fourth to qualify for the playoffs, losing in the first round. Offseason Regular season Final standings Schedule and results , - , 1, , W, , October 8, 1976, , 2–0 , , align="left", New England Whalers ( 1976–77) , , 1–0–0 , - , 2, , L, , October 15, 1976, , 1–6 , , align="left", Winnipeg Jets ( 1976–77) , , 1–1–0 , - , 3, , W, , October 17, 1976, , 7–2 , , align="left", Indianapolis Racers ( 1976–77) , , 2–1–0 , - , 4, , W, , October 19, 1976, , 5–4 OT, , align="left", Phoenix Roadrunners ( 1976–77) , , 3–1–0 , - , 5, , L, , October 24, 1976, , 3–5 , , align="left", Phoenix Roadrunners ( 1976–77) , , 3–2–0 , - , 6, , L, , October 26, 1976, , 1–3 , , align="left", @ Houston Aeros ( 1976–77) , , 3–3–0 , - , 7, , W, , October 28, 1976, , 4–3 OT, , align="left", @ Birmingham Bulls ( 1976–77) , , 4– ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers are a professional ice hockey team based in Edmonton. The Oilers compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Pacific Division (NHL), Pacific Division in the Western Conference (NHL), Western Conference. They play their home games at Rogers Place, which opened in 2016. Kris Knoblauch has been the head coach of the team since November 11, 2023, and Stan Bowman has served as general manager since July 24, 2024. The Oilers are one of two NHL franchises based in Alberta, the other being the Calgary Flames. Their proximity has led to a fierce rivalry known as the "Battle of Alberta (NHL), Battle of Alberta". The Oilers were founded in 1971 by Bill Hunter (ice hockey), W. D. "Wild Bill" Hunter and Dr. Chuck Allard and played its first season in 1972–73 WHA season, 1972–73 as one of the 12 founding franchises of the major professional World Hockey Association (WHA). They were intended to be one of two WHA Alberta teams along with the Calgary Br ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1976–77 Indianapolis Racers Season
The 1976–77 Indianapolis Racers season was the Racers' third season of operation in the World Hockey Association. Offseason Regular season Final standings Schedule and results , - , 1, , W, , October 8, 1976, , 4–3 , , align="left", Minnesota Fighting Saints ( 1976–77) , , 1–0–0 , - , 2, , L, , October 10, 1976, , 1–4 , , align="left", @ Minnesota Fighting Saints ( 1976–77) , , 1–1–0 , - , 3, , W, , October 15, 1976, , 6–5 OT, , align="left", Cincinnati Stingers ( 1976–77) , , 2–1–0 , - , 4, , L, , October 17, 1976, , 2–7 , , align="left", @ Edmonton Oilers ( 1976–77) , , 2–2–0 , - , 5, , L, , October 19, 1976, , 1–6 , , align="left", @ Winnipeg Jets ( 1976–77) , , 2–3–0 , - , 6, , T, , October 21, 1976, , 4–4 , , align="left", @ San Diego Mariners ( 1976–77) , , 2–3–1 , - , 7, , L, , October 23, 1976, , 1–3 , , align="left", Birmingham Bulls ( 1976–77) , , 2–4–1 , - , 8, , L, , October 27, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Indianapolis Racers
The Indianapolis Racers were a major league ice hockey team that played in the World Hockey Association (WHA) from 1974 to 1978. They competed in four full seasons before folding 25 games into the 1978–79 season. They played at Market Square Arena. They were the first professional team to secure Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier. History The Racers started as a WHA expansion team for the 1974–75 season alongside the Phoenix Roadrunners. John Weissert and Dick Tinkham, owners of the Indiana Pacers of the American Basketball Association, were the original owners of the team. On February 26, 1974, the team name was announced to be the Racers. The team hired Johnny Wilson as coach in January 1974, but he left the team to coach the Michigan Stags. On June 27, 1974, Gerry Moore became the head coach. In December 1974, the team was sold to former Houston Aeros owner Paul Deneau. Five games into the 1975-76 season, Moore was fired and replaced by Jacques Demers. The Racers wer ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1976–77 Minnesota Fighting Saints Season
The 1976–77 Minnesota Fighting Saints season was the last season of WHA hockey in Minnesota. The ''original'' Fighting Saints disbanded and the Cleveland Crusaders relocated to become the ''new'' Minnesota Fighting Saints. The season came to an early end on January 14, 1977, when the Saints played their last game without finishing the season. Offseason Regular season Final standings Schedule and results , - , 1, , L, , October 7, 1976, , 2–7 , , align="left", @ Cincinnati Stingers ( 1976–77) , , 0–1–0 , - , 2, , L, , October 8, 1976, , 3–4 , , align="left", @ Indianapolis Racers ( 1976–77) , , 0–2–0 , - , 3, , W, , October 10, 1976, , 4–1 , , align="left", Indianapolis Racers ( 1976–77) , , 1–2–0 , - , 4, , L, , October 14, 1976, , 3–4 , , align="left", @ Phoenix Roadrunners ( 1976–77) , , 1–3–0 , - , 5, , L, , October 15, 1976, , 4–7 , , align="left", San Diego Mariners ( 1976–77) , , 1–4–0 , - , 6, , W, , Octob ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Minnesota Fighting Saints
The Minnesota Fighting Saints was the name of two professional ice hockey teams based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, that played in the World Hockey Association. The first team was one of the WHA's original twelve franchises, playing from 1972 to 1976. The second team was relocated from Cleveland, Ohio, and played for part of the 1976–77 season. Neither edition of the franchise completed its final season of play. Original team The team was founded in November 1971. Originally to be named the St. Paul Fighting Saints, the team soon went with "Minnesota Fighting Saints". The first Fighting Saints team played four seasons beginning in 1972–73 under the ownership of nine local businessmen. St. Paul attorney Wayne Belisle purchased the team late in the 1973–74 season. Belisle was the front man for a group of owners that included Jock Irvine. The Saints' first game, a 4–3 loss to the Winnipeg Jets, was played October 13, 1972, at the St. Paul Auditorium. The team moved to the new S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
