The Hornets will be a tough act to follow. We're replacing a championship winning team with a group of guys that might not be playing in the NHL if it weren't for expansion.
JACK RILEY
GM of the Penguins in 1967, explaining the differences between the Penguins and the Hornets

• The Hornets were a minor league affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings from 1936 to 1945.

1936-37 Pittsburgh Hornets Road Jersey
On October 4, 1936, the Detroit Olympics were sold, moved to Pittsburgh, and were re-named the Pittsburgh Hornets.  The Hornets made their debut in the International-American Hockey League in 1936-37. The league transformed into the American Hockey League in 1940.

The Hornets wore wool jerseys that were likely recyclyed from the the Olympics. This logo closely matches a crest found on an equipment bag from that era. (lower left)

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