1952–53 AHL season

The 1952–53 AHL season was the 17th season of the American Hockey League. The league loses two teams, bringing an end to East & West Divisions. The F. G. "Teddy" Oke Trophy is now awarded to the regular season champions. Seven teams played 64 games each in the schedule. The Cleveland Barons won their ninth Oke Trophy, and their sixth Calder Cup.

Team changes

 * The Indianapolis Capitals cease operations. The team says that frequent call-ups to their parent team, the Detroit Red Wings, cut down on fan interest.
 * The Cincinnati Mohawks transfer to the International Hockey League.

Final standings
''Note: GP = Games played; W = Wins; L = Losses; T = Ties; GF = Goals for; GA = Goals against; Pts = Points;

Scoring leaders
Note: GP = Games played; G = Goals; A = Assists; Pts = Points; PIM = Penalty minutes


 * complete list

Calder Cup playoffs

 * First round
 * Cleveland Barons defeated Syracuse Warriors 3 games to 1.
 * Pittsburgh Hornets defeated Hershey Bears 3 games to 0.
 * Finals
 * Cleveland Barons defeated Pittsburgh Hornets 4 games to 3, to win the Calder Cup.


 * list of scores

Trophy and Award winners

 * Team Awards
 * Individual Awards