The New York Red Bulls used a former NHL team to have some fun at the expense of their local rival New York City FC during their derby on Friday night.
Earlier this week, NYCFC relocated a September game to East Hartford, Connecticut, after a Yankee Stadium scheduling conflict, drawing criticism from fans.
The Red Bulls didn't miss a beat, calling in the old Hartford Whalers' mascot to lead the cheers at the Hudson River Derby on Friday night.
Wanted to do what we could to prepare our opposition for their upcoming "home" game.