The 1983 Calder Cup playoffs of the American Hockey League began on April 5, 1983.1983 AHL playoff results The Internet Hockey Database. Retrieved on May 8, 2008. The eight teams that qualified, four from each division, played best-of-seven series for Division Semifinals and Division Finals. The division champions played a best-of-seven series for the Calder Cup. The Calder Cup Final ended on May 19, 1983, with the Rochester Americans defeating the Maine Mariners four games to zero to win the Calder Cup for the fourth time in team history.Rochester Americans media guide 2004-05 amerks.com. Retrieved on May 8, 2008.
Playoff seeds After the 1982–83 AHL regular season, the top four teams from each division qualified for the playoffs. The Rochester Americans finished the regular season with the best overall record.1982-83 AHL standings The Internet Hockey Database. Retrieved on May 8, 2008.
Northern Division Fredericton Express - 98 points Nova Scotia Voyageurs - 87 points Maine Mariners - 86 points Adirondack Red Wings - 77 points
Southern Division Rochester Americans - 101 points Hershey Bears - 85 points New Haven Nighthawks - 84 points Binghamton Whalers - 80 points
Bracket
In each round, the team that earned more points during the regular season receives home ice advantage, meaning they receive the "extra" game on home-ice if the series reaches the maximum number of games. There is no set series format due to arena scheduling conflicts and travel considerations.Frequently asked questions theahl.com. Retrieved on May 12, 2008.
Division Semifinals Note: Home team is listed first.
Northern Division
(1) Fredericton Express vs. (4) Adirondack Red Wings
(2) Nova Scotia Voyageurs vs. (3) Maine Mariners
Southern Division
(1) Rochester Americans vs. (4) Binghamton Whalers
(2) Hershey Bears vs. (3) New Haven Nighthawks
Division Finals
Northern Division
(1) Fredericton Express vs. (3) Maine Mariners
Southern Division
(1) Rochester Americans vs. (3) New Haven Nighthawks
Calder Cup Final
(S1) Rochester Americans vs. (N3) Maine Mariners
See also 1982–83 AHL season List of AHL seasons
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