Venue Information
Capacity
15,635
Year Opened
1975
Year Closed
1978
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Hartford Whalers
Carolina Hurricanes
(1997–present)
Hartford Whalers
(1980–1996)
New England Whalers
(1972–1979)
Previously:
Big E Coliseum
(1974–1975)
Moved to:
Springfield Civic Center
(1980–1981)
|
NHL | 1976 - 1997 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of XL Center?
The capacity of XL Center is 15,635.
When was XL Center built?
XL Center opened in 1975.
Where did the Hartford Whalers play before XL Center?
Before moving to XL Center in 1976, the Hartford Whalers played at Big E Coliseum from 1974 to 1975.
Where did the Hartford Whalers play after XL Center?
After leaving XL Center in 1997, the Hartford Whalers moved to Springfield Civic Center in 1980. They played there until 1981.
Historical Names
Location
Coordinates:
41.7683, -72.6769
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References
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