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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.
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 National Hockey League (NHL) is a professional men's ice hockey league, founded in 1917. [1] The NHL Board of Governors review and approve the relocation of any member club. [2] Each team appoints an individual or individuals to represent their team on the Board of Governors. [3] A majority vote is needed for relocation of a club. [4]
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.
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]
Dallas Inter (1987–92), as Dallas Express in 1987, as Dallas Mean Green in 1988, as F.C. Dallas in 1989–91; Houston Alianza (1988–91) Houston Dynamos–Houston International (1987–1991) Houston Summit (1978–1980) San Antonio Alamo (1987–90, as San Antonio International in 1987–89) San Antonio XLR8 (1992) Wichita Falls Fever (1989 ...
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.
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 ]