North American Hockey League (1973–77)
The North American Hockey League was a low-level minor professional hockey league that existed from 1973 to 1977. Several of the NAHL teams operated as developmental ("farm") teams for World Hockey Association franchises. The NAHL was one of two leagues, along with the Southern Hockey League, that were formed after the Eastern Hockey League ceased operations in 1973. The Lockhart Cup was the league's championship trophy. With the loss of a number of franchises, the NAHL elected to fold in September 1977.[1]
The league served as the inspiration for the movie Slap Shot.
Teams
| Team name | Years | Seasons | City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beauce Jaros | 1975–1976 | 2 | Saint-Georges, Quebec |
| Broome Dusters | 1973–1977 | 4 | Binghamton, New York |
| Buffalo Norsemen | 1975–1976 | 1 | North Tonawanda, New York |
| Cape Cod Cubs / Cape Codders | 1973–1976 | 3 | South Yarmouth, Massachusetts |
| Erie Blades | 1975–1977 | 2 | Erie, Pennsylvania |
| Johnstown Jets | 1973–1977 | 4 | Johnstown, Pennsylvania |
| Long Island Cougars | 1973–1975 | 2 | Commack, New York |
| Maine Nordiques | 1973–1977 | 4 | Lewiston, Maine |
| Mohawk Valley Comets | 1973–1977 | 4 | Utica, New York |
| Philadelphia Firebirds | 1974–1977 | 3 | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Syracuse Blazers | 1973–1977 | 4 | Syracuse, New York |
Lockhart Cup
| Season | Champion | Finalist |
|---|---|---|
| 1973-74 | Syracuse Blazers | Long Island Cougars |
| 1974-75 | Johnstown Jets | Broome Dusters |
| 1975-76 | Philadelphia Firebirds | Beauce Jaros |
| 1976-77 | Syracuse Blazers | Maine Nordiques |
External links
- North American Hockey League on FunWhileItLasted.net
- Encyclopedia of the North American Hockey League Blog
References
- ↑ Reading Eagle, September 26, 1977
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