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| Cleveland Indians | |
|---|---|
| City | Cleveland, Ohio |
| League | International Hockey League |
| Operated | 1929 to 1934 |
| Home arena | Elysium Arena |
| Franchise history | |
| 1929–1934 | Cleveland Indians |
| 1934–1937 | Cleveland Falcons |
| 1937–1973 | Cleveland Barons |
| 1973–1974 | Jacksonville Barons |
| 1974–1975 | Syracuse Eagles |
The Cleveland Indians were a professional ice hockey team in Cleveland, Ohio, that played home games in the Elysium Arena. [1]
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