Richmond Robins

Ice hockey team in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond Robins
CityRichmond, Virginia
LeagueAmerican Hockey League
Operated1971–1976
Home arenaRichmond Coliseum
AffiliatePhiladelphia Flyers
Franchise history
1928–1971Quebec Aces
1971–1976Richmond Robins

The Richmond Robins were a professional ice hockey team based in Richmond, Virginia. They were a member of the American Hockey League for five seasons from 1971–72 to 1975–76. Their cross-state rivals in the AHL were the Virginia Wings.

The Robins were previously known as the Quebec Aces, until the parent club, Philadelphia Flyers transferred the Aces to Virginia after the 1970–71 season.

Season-by-season results

Regular season

Season Games Won Lost Tied Points Winning
Pct (%)
Goals
for
Goals
against
Standing
1971–72 76 29 34 13 71 0.467 237 218 5th West
1972–73 76 30 36 10 70 0.461 272 280 4th West
1973–74 76 22 40 14 58 0.382 248 320 4th South
1974–75 75 29 39 7 65 0.433 261 293 2nd South
1975–76 76 29 39 8 66 0.434 262 297 2nd South

Playoffs

Season 1st round 2nd round Finals
1971–72 Out of playoffs
1972–73 L, 4-0, Cincinnati
1973–74 L, 4-1, Baltimore
1974–75 L, 4-3, Hershey
1975–76 W, 3-0, New Haven L, 4-1, Hershey

Notable Robins

  • Bobby Taylor - Philadelphia Flyers/Tampa Bay Lightning announcer
  • Dave Schultz
  • Orest Kindrachuk
  • Jimmy Watson
  • Steve Coates

External links

  • AHL statistics - hockeydb.com
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