1982 Eastern League season

The 1982 Eastern League season began on approximately April 1 and the regular season ended on approximately September 1. This was the last season in which the league was separated into two divisions, as it would move to one division beginning with the 1983 season.

The West Haven A's defeated the Lynn Sailors three games to zero to win the Eastern League Championship Series.

Standings
Notes:
 * Green shade indicates that team advanced to the playoffs
 * Bold indicates that team advanced to ELCS
 * Italics indicates that team won ELCS

Semi-finals Series
Lynn Sailors defeated Glens Falls White Sox 2 games to 0.

Championship Series
West Haven A's defeated Lynn Sailors 3 games to 0.