Springfield Kings (Illinois)

The Springfield Kings were an American ice hockey team in Springfield, Illinois.[2][3] They played in the Continental Hockey League (CnHL) from 1976 to 1985. The team played at the Ice Chateau.[4]

Springfield Kings
CitySpringfield, Illinois
LeagueContinental Hockey League
Founded1976
Home arenaIce Chateau
ColorsPurple and Gold[1]
Franchise history
1976—1985Springfield Kings

The team was the runner-up in the league for the 1982–83 season losing to the Troy Sabres (4-2) in the finals.[5] The head coach for the 1983–84 season was Pete Crawford. Ron Dorgan coached the team during the 1984–85 season.

Season-by-season record

SeasonGPWLTOTLSOLPtsGFGAPlacePlayoffs
1976–7732921218180267
1977–78342011343190143
1978–79402412452167117
1979–8036218749230139
1980–81321414432134144
1981–82351914240235160
1982–834017194381861832nd
1983–840000000
1984–85402118144223211

References

  1. "Continental Hockey League". semiprofootball.org. Retrieved 2018-04-22.
  2. "Springfield Kings". hockeydb.com. Retrieved 2018-04-22.
  3. "The History of Hockey in Springfield". dexknows.com. Retrieved 2018-04-22.
  4. "Junior Blues' finances 'better every year'". sj-r.com. Retrieved 2018-04-22.
  5. "Continental Hockey League Seasons". hockeydb.com. Retrieved 2018-04-22.
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