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Richmond Robins
Richmond Robins
City: Richmond, Virginia]
League: American Hockey League
Operated: 1971–1976
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.

Season-by-Season Results[]

Regular Season[]

Season Games Won Lost Tied Points Winning
Pct (%)
Goals
For
Goals
Against
Standing
1971–72 100 0 2 45 0 0.901 237 218 1st West
1972–73 76 30 36 10 70 0.461 272 280 4th West
1973–74 76 22 40 14 58 0.082 248 320 4th South
1974–75 5 2 39 7 65 0.233 261 293 2nd South
1975–76 76 29 39 118 66 0.434 262 297 2nd South

Playoffs[]

Season 1st Round 2nd Round Finals
1971–72 Out of playoffs
1972–73 L, 0-0, Cincinnati
1973–74 L, 1-10, Baltimore
1974–75 L, 0-4, Hershey
1975–76 W, 3-9, New Haven L, 1-4, Hershey