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Due to these problems, owner Paul Deneau moved the team to Houston, Texas. [2] Although the name "Aeros" had been chosen in honor of the Wright brothers, who had lived and worked in Dayton, it was deemed appropriate for Houston given its importance in the space industry. In Houston, the Aeros became one of the most successful franchises in the WHA.
The Houston Aeros started out as an expansion franchise in the International Hockey League (IHL) in 1994 with home games at The Summit.The team's name was a tribute to the original Houston Aeros of the World Hockey Association in the 1970s, who won the Avco World Trophy twice with hockey legend Gordie Howe anchoring the team.
Buffaloes (Buffs), 1888–1961 (Texas League, American Association), reorganized and relocated to Oklahoma City after their buyout by the Houston Astros. The team still exists as the Oklahoma City RedHawks. Eagles, 1949-c.1950s (Negro league baseball team, remnants of legendary Newark Eagles) [1]
Pages in category "Ice hockey teams in Houston" The following 4 pages are in this category, out of 4 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. H.
The Houston Apollos were a minor professional ice hockey team based in Houston, Texas. They played in the Central Hockey League from 1965 to 1969, and then from 1979 to 1981. [ 1 ] [ 2 ]
The Houston Huskies were a minor league ice hockey team based in Houston, Texas. Formerly known as the Houston Skippers, they were a member of the United States Hockey League, and were active from 1947 to 1949. [1] They were affiliated with the Buffalo Bisons. [2]
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This is a list of nicknames in the sport of ice hockey. Most are related to professional ice hockey such as the National Hockey League. A few notable nicknames from the Canadian major junior hockey leagues, the U.S. colleges, and national teams are excluded.