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

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Season GP W L T OTL SOL Pts GF GA Place Playoffs
1976–77 32 9 21 2 18 180 267
1977–78 34 20 11 3 43 190 143
1978–79 40 24 12 4 52 167 117
1979–80 36 21 8 7 49 230 139
1980–81 32 14 14 4 32 134 144
1981–82 35 19 14 2 40 235 160
1982–83 40 17 19 4 38 186 183 2nd
1983–84 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
1984–85 40 21 18 1 44 223 211

References

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  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.