Muskegon Lumberjacks (1984-1992)
Muskegon, Michigan was a mainstay of the Rust Belt-based International Hockey League from 1960 until 1992. The Lumberjacks were the last of three Muskegon clubs to play in the IHL, following in the footsteps of the Zephyrs (1960-1965) and the Mohawks (1965-1984). The ‘Jacks were a league dynasty during the late 1980’s, appearing the Turner Cup finals in six of their eight seasons and winning in 1986 and 1989. The team combined outstanding independent players such as Scott Gruhl, Jock Callander and Dave Michayluk with NHL prospects thanks to a late 80’s farm team affiliation with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Lumberjacks relocated to Cleveland following the 1991-92 season.