City Toledo, Ohio Operated 1974-1986 1974–1986 Toledo Goaldiggers Regular season titles 2 (1981–1982, 1982–1983) | League IHL Home arena Toledo Sports Arena Arena Toledo Sports Arena | |
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Colors Kelly Green, Gold, & White Location Toledo, Ohio, United States Color Kelly Green, Gold, & White | ||
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The Toledo Goaldiggers were a minor professional ice hockey club based in Toledo, Ohio from 1974–1986. They played in the International Hockey League (IHL) and held their home games at the Toledo Sports Arena on the east side of Toledo. Prior to the Goaldiggers, Toledo had two minor league franchises: The Mercurys (1947–1962) and Blades/Hornets (1963–1974).
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History
During their 12-year history, the Goaldiggers qualified for the post season 10 times, reaching the playoff finals six times (1975, 1977, 1978, 1982, 1983 and 1984) winning four Turner Cup playoff championships (1975, 1978, 1982, & 1983). Also, the "Diggers" won two regular season championships (Fred A. Huber, Jr. Memorial Trophy) finishing with the most points in the IHL two consecutive seasons (1981–82 and 1982–83).
After the 1985–86 season the franchise was forced to suspend operations due to financial difficulties and poor attendance. The dormant franchise was eventually sold to Russ and Diane Parker and moved to Kansas City, Missouri where they became the Kansas City Blades in 1990.
