The Halifax Citadels were a professional

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team based in Halifax,

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. They played in the

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between 1988 and 1993. They were created by the relocation of the Fredericton Express and filled a void left by the relocation of the

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. The Citadels, named after the

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military fort, were affiliated with the

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team. Home games were played at the

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, located at the base of Citadel Hill. The franchise was moved to

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in 1993, where they were known as the

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. One year later, the

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of the

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filled the void in the market. On August 26, 2021, the Halifax Mooseheads announced on thei
2021-22 promotional schedule
that on November 27, 2021, they would be wearing Halifax Citadels throwback jerseys in their game against the

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for "90's Night".

Season-by-season results

Regular season

Playoffs

Career leaders Goals: 121 (

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, 1988–93) Assists: 110 (Mark Vermette, 1988–93) Points: 231 (Mark Vermette, 1988–93) PIM: 920 (

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, 1988–92)

References

Sport in Halifax, Nova Scotia Ice hockey clubs established in 1988 Sports clubs disestablished in 1993 1988 establishments in Nova Scotia 1993 disestablishments in Nova Scotia Quebec Nordiques minor league affiliates {{NovaScotia-stub

Season-by-season results

Regular season

Playoffs

See also

References