Northeastern/Eastern Hockey League (1979-1981)
The Northeastern Hockey League began operation in the EHL's old territory in 1978. In 1979 the Eastern Hockey League name was revived. This league was not successful and folded after three seasons. Some of its teams joined the Atlantic Coast Hockey League.
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