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Marquette Iron Rangers hockey logo, Michigan, 1964–1976

Marquette Iron Rangers

Marquette, Michigan1964–1976

Order classic Marquette Iron Rangers tees, hoodies and jerseys. Playing at the historic Palestra, the Iron Rangers had the Carlson brothers of Slap Shot fame on the roster in 1973-74, and in 1969 they became the first team to pay a woman, goalie Karen Koch, to play hockey. Celebrate Upper Peninsula hockey by browsing all of our Iron Rangers gear, then read the team history below. Every design comes from a small business devoted to preserving the history of fondly remembered and long-lost hockey teams.

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Marquette Iron Rangers History

From 1964 through 1976, the Marquette Iron Rangers were a semi-pro hockey team based in Marquette, Michigan. They performed at Marquette's famous Palestra. The team's name refers to the abundant iron riches that surround Lake Superior in Michigan's upper peninsula and northeastern Minnesota. The Carlson brothers, who portrayed the three Hanson brothers in Slapshot, also played a season in Marquette in 1973-74. The Iron Rangers had their greatest season in 1968-69, when they led the league with 31 victories in 38 games.

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