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  • 1. 

    Penguins fan wore wristbands with "WWGRD" on them in honor of which player?

    • A.

      Ron Duquay

    • B.

      Gary Roberts

    • C.

      Greg Redquest

    • D.

      Gary Rissling

    Correct Answer
    B. Gary Roberts
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Gary Roberts. Penguins fans wore wristbands with "WWGRD" on them in honor of Gary Roberts.

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  • 2. 

    What Penguins right wing was named the number-one enforcer by "Sports Illustrated" in 2008?

    • A.

      Georges Laraque

    • B.

      Colby Armstrong

    • C.

      Pascal Dupuis

    • D.

      Rick Kehoe

    Correct Answer
    A. Georges Laraque
    Explanation
    In 2008, "Sports Illustrated" named Georges Laraque as the number-one enforcer among Penguins right wings. This suggests that Laraque was recognized for his strong physical presence and ability to protect his teammates on the ice. As an enforcer, Laraque was known for his toughness and willingness to engage in fights to defend his team, making him a standout player in this role.

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  • 3. 

    In the 2006-07, season where did the Pittsburgh Penguins finish in the Eastern Conference?

    • A.

      First

    • B.

      Third

    • C.

      Fifth

    • D.

      Last

    Correct Answer
    C. Fifth
    Explanation
    In the 2006-07 season, the Pittsburgh Penguins finished fifth in the Eastern Conference. This means that they were not the top team in the conference, but rather ranked below four other teams.

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  • 4. 

    What injury caused Pittsburgh Penguin Sidney Crosby to miss 28 games of the 2007-08 season?

    • A.

      Neck Pain

    • B.

      Broken Arm

    • C.

      Head Injury

    • D.

      Ankle Sprain

    Correct Answer
    D. Ankle Sprain
    Explanation
    Sidney Crosby missed 28 games of the 2007-08 season due to an ankle sprain. This type of injury occurs when the ligaments that support the ankle are stretched or torn, usually as a result of twisting or rolling the ankle. An ankle sprain can cause pain, swelling, and limited mobility, making it difficult for an athlete like Crosby to participate in games.

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  • 5. 

    From what team was Larry Jeffrey drafted to the Penguins in the 1967-68 expansion draft?

    • A.

      Colorado Avalanche

    • B.

      Chicago Blackhawks

    • C.

      Montreal Canadiens

    • D.

      Toronto Maple Leafs

    Correct Answer
    D. Toronto Maple Leafs
    Explanation
    Larry Jeffrey was drafted to the Penguins in the 1967-68 expansion draft from the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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  • 6. 

    How many shutouts did Penguin Les Binkley post in the 1967-68 season?

    • A.

      10

    • B.

      Five

    • C.

      Six

    • D.

      One

    Correct Answer
    C. Six
    Explanation
    In the 1967-68 season, Penguin Les Binkley posted six shutouts. This means that in six games, Binkley prevented the opposing team from scoring any goals, showcasing his exceptional goaltending skills.

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  • 7. 

    Who was the Penguins team leader for penalties in minutes for the 1968-69 season?

    • A.

      Doug Barrie

    • B.

      Dunc McCallum

    • C.

      Bob Woytowich

    • D.

      Lou Angotti

    Correct Answer
    B. Dunc McCallum
    Explanation
    Dunc McCallum was the Penguins team leader for penalties in minutes for the 1968-69 season.

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  • 8. 

    Who was the Pittsburgh Penguins' leader for goals against average with 3.00 in 1968-69?

    • A.

      Joe Daley

    • B.

      Les Binkley

    • C.

      Tom Barrasso

    • D.

      Marv Edwards

    Correct Answer
    D. Marv Edwards
    Explanation
    Marv Edwards was the leader for goals against average with 3.00 in 1968-69 for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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  • 9. 

    In game three of the 1969-70 playoffs against Oakland, what Penguin scored a hat trick?

    • A.

      Peter Skudra

    • B.

      Bryan Hextall

    • C.

      Ken Schinkel

    • D.

      Michel Briere

    Correct Answer
    C. Ken Schinkel
    Explanation
    Ken Schinkel is the correct answer because he scored a hat trick in game three of the 1969-70 playoffs against Oakland.

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  • 10. 

    Who was the Penguins team leader for assists in the 1971-72 season, with 44?

    • A.

      Syl Apps

    • B.

      Pascal Dupuis

    • C.

      Greg Polis

    • D.

      Jean Pronovost

    Correct Answer
    A. Syl Apps
    Explanation
    Syl Apps was the Penguins team leader for assists in the 1971-72 season with 44.

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  • 11. 

    How many games did the Pittsburgh Penguins win over the Chicago Blackhawks in the 1971-72 playoffs?

    • A.

      Three

    • B.

      Four

    • C.

      Zero

    • D.

      One

    Correct Answer
    C. Zero
    Explanation
    The question asks about the number of games the Pittsburgh Penguins won over the Chicago Blackhawks in the 1971-72 playoffs. The correct answer is "Zero," which means that the Penguins did not win any games against the Blackhawks during that playoff series.

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  • 12. 

    How many games in goal did Denis Herron play for the Penguins in 1973-74?

    • A.

      75

    • B.

      Five

    • C.

      20

    • D.

      36

    Correct Answer
    B. Five
    Explanation
    Denis Herron played five games in goal for the Penguins in the 1973-74 season.

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  • 13. 

    What team did the Pittsburgh Penguins lose to in the quarterfinal round of the 1974-75 playoffs?

    • A.

      Detroit Red Wings

    • B.

      Washington Capitals

    • C.

      New York Islanders

    • D.

      Carolina Hurricanes

    Correct Answer
    C. New York Islanders
    Explanation
    The Pittsburgh Penguins lost to the New York Islanders in the quarterfinal round of the 1974-75 playoffs.

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  • 14. 

    What jersey number did Syl Apps, Jr. wear while playing with the Pittsburgh Penguins?

    • A.

      #45

    • B.

      #18

    • C.

      #26

    • D.

      #33

    Correct Answer
    C. #26
    Explanation
    Syl Apps, Jr. wore the jersey number #26 while playing with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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  • 15. 

    How many games did Harvey Bennett, Jr. play with the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 1975-76 season?

    • A.

      37

    • B.

      28

    • C.

      15

    • D.

      75

    Correct Answer
    B. 28
    Explanation
    In the 1975-76 season, Harvey Bennett, Jr. played 28 games with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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