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Former NHL Franchise
PITTSBURGH PIRATES
1925–1930Pittsburgh, PA
Renamed and relocated to Philadelphia as the Philadelphia Quakers in 1930.
What this team became
Today this franchise is the Philadelphia Quakers (← Pittsburgh Pirates). The Pittsburgh Pirates's full history — including all wins, losses, and records — carries forward to the current franchise.
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The Philadelphia Quakers (1930-1931) were the relocated Pittsburgh Pirates. After one season in Philadelphia, the team folded due to the Great Depression and low attendance.
Pittsburgh Pirates1925–1930 · Pittsburgh, PA
Philadelphia QuakersCURRENT1930–1931 · Philadelphia, PA