AHL realigns divisions: Griffins lose Cleveland, welcome Texas and San Antonio to Central Division

The American Hockey League has revised its divisional format:

The Grand Rapids Griffins will lose a familiar rival in the Cleveland Monsters, and will welcome both the Texas Stars and San Antonio Rampage to the Central Division.

Here’s the AHL’s press release:

Changes from the 2017-18 season include:

  • Colorado joining the AHL as its 31st active team and playing in the Pacific Division
  • San Antonio and Texas moving from the Pacific Division to the Central Division
  • Cleveland moving from the Central Division to the North Division

The playing schedule for the 2018-19 regular season, which begins Oct. 5, will be announced this summer.

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