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Des Moines Oak Leafs

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Des Moines Oak Leafs
CityDes Moines, Iowa
LeagueInternational Hockey League
DivisionSouthern
Operated1961–72
Home arenaDes Moines Ice Arena
ColorsGreen, Gold, White
Franchise history
1958–1961Des Moines Ice Hawks
1961–1972Des Moines Oak Leafs
1972–1975Des Moines Capitols

The Des Moines Oak Leafs were a minor league professional ice hockey team from Des Moines, Iowa, playing at Des Moines Ice Arena. The Oak Leafs were members of the United States Hockey League from 1961 to 1963, and the International Hockey League from 1963 to 1972. After 1972, the team was renamed the Des Moines Capitols.

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