Red Army vs Flyers

During the pre-game interview, Flyers head coach Fred Shero stated that losing against the Red Army would be "worse than dying". His team took this message to heart as the Philadelphia Flyers thoroughly trashed the Soviet Red Army 4-1 in an exhibition game played at the Spectrum on January 11, 1976. The Soviets protested the Flyers alleged rough play and even quit during the middle of the game. Only after learning that their team would not be paid if the game was not completed, did the Red Army squad return to the ice. Broadcaster Bob Cole and Commentator Dick Irvin are incredulous of the antics. Cole's "they're going home, yeah they're going home" is now legendary.