Cleveland Crusaders T-Shirt (Premium Lightweight)

The Cleveland Crusaders were not an original WHA franchise, although they did begin play in 1972-73, the league's first year. They were originally the Calgary Broncos, but the Broncos never took the ice after their owner died and they were moved to Cleveland. The Crusaders found success in Cleveland, finishing second in their division three of four seasons and averaging a respectable 6,000 fans per game. They never had much playoff success though, winning one series in five tries. The Crusaders closed up shop after the 1975-76 season, afriad of the prospects of the NHL relocating the Golden Seals to Cleveland as the Barons, which occurred in the summer of '76. The Crusaders were sold to a group who wanted to move them to South Florida to become the Florida Breakers. After that move fell through, the team would move to Minnesota to become the second iteration of the Fighting Saints.

This would make a unique gift for the hockey fan in your life or a neat find for yourself of a vintage hockey team from Cleveland.

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About the shirt from the manufacturer: This T-shirt is perfect for that tailored look. Throw it on under a sweater or sweatshirt, or wear it by itself with a pair of jeans or khakis.

• Brand: Bella + Canvas | Product ID: 3001
• 100% combed ring spun cotton (heather gray color is 90% cotton/10% polyester - note other heather colors are 52% cotton 48% poly) | Fabric Weight: 4.2 oz (lightweight)
• Durable double-stitched bottom hem and stretchable cotton collar for lasting comfort
• Reinforced shoulder construction maintains shape after repeated washings
• Imported, processed and printed in the U.S.A.