1996–97 Russian Superleague season
| 1996–97 Russian Superleague season | |
|---|---|
| League | Russian Superleague |
| Sport | Ice hockey |
| Duration | September 10, 1996 – April 24, 1997 |
| Number of teams | 26 |
| First Round | |
| Season champions | HC Lada Togliatti |
| Final Round | |
| Final Rnd champions | HC Lada Togliatti |
| Playoffs | |
| Finals | |
| Champions | Torpedo Yaroslavl |
| Runners-up | HC Lada Togliatti |
The 1996–97 Russian Superleague season was the first season of the Russian Superleague, the top level of ice hockey in Russia. 26 teams participated in the league, and Torpedo Yaroslavl won the championship.