The Ups and Downs of the Colorado Rockies Hockey Team
A Look at the Team's History
From Kansas City to Denver
The Colorado Rockies hockey team was founded in 1976 as the Kansas City Scouts. The team struggled in Kansas City and relocated to Denver in 1976.
Six Winters in Denver
The Rockies played in Denver for six seasons and never made it to the playoffs. The team was plagued by financial problems and attendance issues.
Moving to New Jersey
In 1982, the Rockies relocated to New Jersey and became the New Jersey Devils. The Devils have been more successful than the Rockies, winning three Stanley Cups.
Historical Facts and Data
- The Rockies played 410 regular season games in Denver.
- The Rockies had a record of 154-194-62 in Denver.
- The Rockies' highest attendance in Denver was 16,170 on October 12, 1976.
Players
Some of the notable players who played for the Rockies include:
- Lanny McDonald
- Rob Ramage
- Paul Stastny
Standings
The Rockies' standings in Denver were as follows:
- 1976-77: 5th place in the Smythe Division
- 1977-78: 4th place in the Smythe Division
- 1978-79: 5th place in the Adams Division
- 1979-80: 4th place in the Adams Division
- 1980-81: 5th place in the Adams Division
- 1981-82: 6th place in the Norris Division
Logos and Game Program Images
The Rockies had two logos during their time in Denver. The first logo was a red, white, and blue circle with a mountain in the center. The second logo was a white puck with a red and blue mountain in the center.
The Rockies' game programs from their time in Denver are available online.
Visit TSN for More Information
For more information on the Colorado Rockies hockey team, visit TSN.
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