Were the Chicago Blackhawks really a continuation of the Portland team in the PCHL?

Question

And were the Victoria Cougars also the predecessors of the Detroit Cougars/Falcons/Red Wings?

I never knew that until I read about it a few hours ago. I always thought the Chicago and Detroit franchises were new ventures that were started from scratch in 1926.

Answer 1

Yes and No

They were brand new franchises in the NHL that bought players from existing teams.

The New York Americans were similarly built. The New York Americans were granted a franchise. A month or so later, the Hamilton Tigers folded. 80% of those players were bought by the Americans franchise.