The 2009 Calder Cup playoffs of the American Hockey League (AHL) began on April 15, 2009.
The Hershey Bears defeated the Manitoba Moose four games to two in the finals to win the Calder Cup.
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.
[4] GP = Games played; W = Wins; L = Losses; SA = Shots against; GA = Goals against; GAA = Goals against average; SV% = Save percentage; SO = Shutouts; TOI = Time on ice (in minutes)