Toledo Goaldiggers
The Toledo Goaldiggers were a minor professional ice hockey club based in Toledo, Ohio, from 1974–1986. They played in the International Hockey League 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 and Blades/Hornets.
History
During their 12-year history, the Goaldiggers qualified for the post season 10 times, reaching the playoff finals six times winning four Turner Cup playoff championships. Also, the "Diggers" won two regular season championships finishing with the most points in the IHL two consecutive seasons.In 1981, Bill Beagan became a partial owner and the general manager of the Goaldiggers. Under his management, the team won Turner Cup championships during the 1981–82 IHL season and the 1982–83 IHL season.
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.
Season-by-season record
| Turner Cup champions † | League leader in points * | Division champions ¤ |