Logo of a defunct team that had a short stint in the National Hockey League, the Cleveland Barons. The franchise began operations in 1967 as the Oakland Seals, was rebranded as the California Golden Seals and after failing to catch on in the Bay Area, was relocated to Cleveland. The Barons only lasted 2 seasons there, however, and in 1978 ceased operations, with the players merging with the Minnesota North Stars’ franchise. Some notable players who spent time in Cleveland were Mike Crombeen, Chuck Arnason, Mike Fidler, Dave Gardner, Dennis Maruk, Wayne Merrick, Walt McKechnie, Jim Pappin and Gilles Meloche.