2009 Calder Cup playoffs
The 2009 Calder Cup playoffs of the American Hockey League (AHL) began on April 15, 2009. The 16 teams that qualified, 8 from each conference, played best-of-seven series for division semifinals, finals and conference finals. The conference champions then played a best-of-seven series for the Calder Cup. The Hershey Bears defeated the Manitoba Moose four games to two in the finals to win the Calder Cup. Playoff seeds. After the 2008–09 AHL regular season, 16 teams qualified for the playoffs. The top four teams from each division qualified for the playoffs. 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. Statistical leaders. Skaters. These are the top ten skaters based on points. Goaltending. These are the top five goaltenders based on both goals against average and save percentage with at least one game played (Note: list is sorted by goals against average). Division Semifinals. Eastern Conference. East Division. Section::::(E1) Hershey Bears  vs. (E4) Philadelphia Phantoms. "Due to scheduling issues, Philadelphia hosted the first two games of the series. These would be their last 2 games in Philadelphia, as the team would move to Adiriondack after the season."