1979–80 CHL season

The 1979–80 CHL season was the 17th season of the Central Hockey League, a North American minor professional league. Nine teams participated in the regular season, and the Salt Lake Golden Eagles won the league title.

First round

 * (1) Salt Lake Golden Eagles – (6) Houston Apollos 4:2
 * (2) Indianapolis Checkers – (5) Tulsa Oilers 3:0
 * (3) Fort Worth Texans – (4) Birmingham Bulls 3:1

Second round

 * (1) Bye for Salt Lake Golden Eagles
 * (2) Indianapolis Checkers (3) – Fort Worth Texans 1:3

Final

 * (1) Salt Lake Golden Eagles – (3) Fort Worth Texans 4:3