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Richmond Robins

Richmond Robins
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City Richmond, Virginia
League American Hockey League
Operated 1971–1976
Home arena Richmond Coliseum
Affiliates Philadelphia Flyers
Franchise history
1928–1971 Quebec Aces
1971–1976 Richmond 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.



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