Los Angeles Sharks
March 5, 2015
World Hockey Association (1972-1974) Born: 1972 – WHA founding franchise Moved: April 1974 (Michigan Stags) First Game: October 13, 1972 (L 3-2 vs. Houston Aeros)
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Los Angeles Stars (1968-1970)
October 20, 2014
The Los Angeles Stars basketball team was a short-lived effort by the American Basketball Association to plant its flag in L.A. during the early years of its rivalry with the National Basketball Association. The Stars labored in the shadows of the NBA’s Lakers and never established a substantial following. Coached by Hall-of-Famer (and future Lakers coach) Bill Sharman, the Stars did enjoy a thrilling Cinderella playoff run at the end of their second and final season in L.A.
Los Angeles Ice Dogs
November 16, 2013
Los Angeles was a one-year port of call for the nomadic Gulls/Ice Dogs minor league franchise that drifted around Southern California for the better part of two decades. The former San Diego Gulls began play at the L.A. Memorial Sports Arena in September 1995. But just a few months later a new owner purchased the team and announced the Ice Dogs would leave L.A. in favor of Long Beach at the conclusion of the 1995-96 International Hockey League season.
Los Angeles Cobras
July 21, 2013
The Los Angeles Cobras were an early Arena Football League team that lasted for just one season (1988) at the old L.A. Memorial Sports Arena. During their brief life, the Cobras signed 39-year old former Oakland/L.A. Raiders All-Pro wideout Cliff Branch and snagged a cameo appearance in a Charles Bronson action movie.
Los Angeles Blades (1978-1979)
January 29, 2013
Pacific Hockey League (1978-1979) Born: November 1978 – PHL expansion franchise Folded: January 18, 1979 First Game: November 15, 1978 (W 5-3 @ San Francisco Shamrocks)