NHL - New York Islanders Trivia Questions
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At 6' 9", who became the tallest NHL player when he started with the New York Islanders in 1997-98?
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Jason Strudwick
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Vladimir Orszagh
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Zdeno Chara
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Jason Dawe
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In what town do the New York Islanders play their home games?
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Uniondale
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Hempstead
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Stony Brook
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Levittown
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A. UniondaleExplanation
The correct answer is Uniondale because it is the town where the New York Islanders play their home games.Rate this question:
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The New York Islanders' Nate Thompson was claimed off waivers in 2008 from what team?
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New York Rangers
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Carolina Hurricanes
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Boston Bruins
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Los Angeles Kings
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A. Boston BruinsExplanation
Nate Thompson was claimed off waivers in 2008 from the Boston Bruins.Rate this question:
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Who was the first New York Islander to win the Vezina Trophy as the NHL's top goaltender?
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Bill Smith
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Rick DiPietro
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Chris Osgood
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Garth Snow
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A. Bill SmithExplanation
Bill Smith was the first New York Islander to win the Vezina Trophy as the NHL's top goaltender.Rate this question:
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Who won the Lady Byng Trophy for gentlemanly play three times for the New York Islanders during the 1980's?
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Pierre Turgeon
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Billy Smith
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Denis Potvin
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Mike Bossy
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A. Mike BossyExplanation
Mike Bossy won the Lady Byng Trophy for gentlemanly play three times for the New York Islanders during the 1980's. The Lady Byng Trophy is awarded annually to the player who best exemplifies sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability. Bossy's skill on the ice, along with his respectful and fair play, made him a deserving recipient of this prestigious award.Rate this question:
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How many 50-goal seasons did Pat LaFontaine have with the New York Islanders?
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Five
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One
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Zero
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Four
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A. OneExplanation
Pat LaFontaine had one 50-goal season with the New York Islanders.Rate this question:
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Who was New York Islanders captain before Bill Guerin took over in 2007?
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Ziggy Palffy
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Cory Stillman
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Doug Weight
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Alexei Yashin
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A. Alexei YashinExplanation
Alexei Yashin was the captain of the New York Islanders before Bill Guerin took over in 2007.Rate this question:
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Who were the first two New York Islanders inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame?
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Mike Bossy And Bob Nystrom
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Billy Smith And Clark Gillies
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Denis Potvin And Mike Bossy
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Denis Potvin And Bryan Trottier
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A. Denis Potvin And Mike BossyExplanation
Denis Potvin and Mike Bossy were the first two New York Islanders inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Potvin was a highly skilled defenseman who played a key role in the Islanders' success, winning four consecutive Stanley Cups with the team from 1980 to 1983. Bossy, on the other hand, was an exceptional goal scorer and one of the greatest snipers in NHL history. He played his entire career with the Islanders and helped lead them to four Stanley Cup championships. Their individual contributions to the team's success and their exceptional skills earned them a place in the Hockey Hall of Fame.Rate this question:
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What New York Islander swung his stick in a 1985 game, breaking the jaw of Chicago's Curt Fraser?
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Ken Morrow
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Bryan Trottier
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Billy Smith
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Dennis Potvin
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A. Billy SmithExplanation
Billy Smith is the correct answer because he was a New York Islander player who swung his stick in a 1985 game, breaking the jaw of Chicago's Curt Fraser.Rate this question:
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Whose name is on the trophy that goes to the winner of the annual New York Rangers-Islanders series?
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Mike Lupica
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Al Arbour
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Ken Morrow
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Pat LaFontaine
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A. Pat LaFontaineExplanation
The correct answer is Pat LaFontaine. Pat LaFontaine is a former professional ice hockey player who played for both the New York Rangers and the New York Islanders. He had a successful career and was known for his skill and leadership on the ice. Therefore, it is likely that his name is on the trophy that goes to the winner of the annual New York Rangers-Islanders series.Rate this question:
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What New York Islander predicted he would score 50 goals in his rookie year and ended up scoring 53?
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Pierre Turgeon
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Mike Bossy
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Pat LaFontaine
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Bryan Trottier
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A. Mike BossyExplanation
Mike Bossy is the correct answer because he was a New York Islander who predicted he would score 50 goals in his rookie year and ended up surpassing that prediction by scoring 53 goals. Bossy had an exceptional rookie season and went on to have a successful career, scoring a total of 573 goals in the NHL.Rate this question:
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Which former New York Islander was signed to the Devils on March 10, 2006?
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Jason Wiemer
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Ken Klee
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Jason Ryzner
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Brad Lukowich
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A. Brad LukowichExplanation
Brad Lukowich was signed to the Devils on March 10, 2006.Rate this question:
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The Islanders traded who to the Coyotes for a 2006 3rd round draft pick?
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Mattis Weinhandl
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John Erskine
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Oleg Kvasha
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Mark Parrish
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A. Oleg KvashaExplanation
The Islanders traded Oleg Kvasha to the Coyotes for a 2006 3rd round draft pick.Rate this question:
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In 2006, the Islanders got Denis Grebeshkov and Jeff Tambellini from what team?
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New Jersey Devils
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Los Angeles Kings
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Dallas Stars
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Phoenix Coyotes
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A. Los Angeles KingsExplanation
In 2006, the Islanders acquired Denis Grebeshkov and Jeff Tambellini from the Los Angeles Kings.Rate this question:
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Which player for the Islanders signed a 2 year contract in March 2006?
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John Erskine
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Allan Rourke
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Radek Martinek
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Bruno Gervais
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A. Radek MartinekExplanation
Radek Martinek is the correct answer because he signed a 2-year contract with the Islanders in March 2006.Rate this question:
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