Some Trivia Quiz On Hockey
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- 1.
For what charitable organization has hockey's Brad May served as chairman?
- A.
The Salvation Army
- B.
The Parkinson's Disease Foundation
- C.
The Special Olympics
- D.
Shoot For A Cure Hockey
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D. Shoot For A Cure HockeyExplanation
Brad May has served as chairman for Shoot For A Cure Hockey, which is a charitable organization.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Eric Meloche first played with what team in the NHL?
- A.
Pittsburgh Penguins
- B.
New York Rangers
- C.
Philadelphia Flyers
- D.
Boston Bruins
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A. Pittsburgh PenguinsExplanation
Eric Meloche first played with the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What was Ethan Moreau's longest consecutive-game scoring streak in 2005-06?
- A.
6
- B.
12
- C.
8
- D.
10
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C. 8Explanation
In the 2005-06 season, Ethan Moreau had a longest consecutive-game scoring streak of 8 games. This means that Moreau was able to score at least one goal in 8 consecutive games during that season.Rate this question:
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- 4.
David Moss began his professional hockey career with which minor league franchise?
- A.
Peoria Rivermen
- B.
Utica Devils
- C.
Omaha Ak-Sar-Ben Knights
- D.
St. John Flames
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C. Omaha Ak-Sar-Ben KnightsExplanation
David Moss began his professional hockey career with the Omaha Ak-Sar-Ben Knights.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Glen Murray played in his first NHL All-Star Game in what year?
- A.
2002
- B.
2004
- C.
1999
- D.
2003
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D. 2003Explanation
In 2003, Glen Murray played in his first NHL All-Star Game.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How long was Colton Orr's suspension for a cross check to Alexander Ovechkin's face during the 2006 NHL season?
- A.
2 Games
- B.
3 Games
- C.
4 Games
- D.
5 Games
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D. 5 GamesExplanation
Colton Orr was suspended for 5 games for a cross check to Alexander Ovechkin's face during the 2006 NHL season.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Zach Parise was the 12th player in which NHL team to record a goal in his 1st game?
- A.
New Jersey Devils
- B.
Philadelphia Flyers
- C.
New York Islanders
- D.
New York Rangers
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A. New Jersey DevilsExplanation
Zach Parise was the 12th player to score a goal in his first game for the New Jersey Devils.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In which country was hockey player Richard Park born?
- A.
South Korea
- B.
United States
- C.
Germany
- D.
Canada
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A. South KoreaExplanation
Richard Park was born in South Korea.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What two languages did NHL player Benoit Pouliot speak as a child?
- A.
English And French
- B.
Italian And English
- C.
French And German
- D.
German And Italian
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A. English And FrenchExplanation
As a NHL player, Benoit Pouliot grew up in Canada where both English and French are official languages. It is common for Canadian children to be bilingual in English and French due to the country's bilingualism policy. Therefore, it is likely that Pouliot spoke both English and French as a child.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What is hockey player Marc-Antoine Pouliot's nickname?
- A.
Chicken Boy
- B.
Worm
- C.
Frogman
- D.
Hamster
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A. Chicken BoyExplanation
Marc-Antoine Pouliot's nickname is Chicken Boy because it is a playful and lighthearted way to refer to him. The nickname may have originated from his playing style or personality traits, such as being quick and agile on the ice. It is common for athletes to have nicknames that reflect their characteristics or are given to them by teammates or fans.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What position does hockey player Martin Prusek play?
- A.
Center
- B.
Winger
- C.
Defencemen
- D.
Goaltender
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D. GoaltenderExplanation
Martin Prusek plays the position of goaltender in hockey. The goaltender is responsible for stopping the opposing team from scoring by blocking shots and defending the net. They play a crucial role in the team's defense and are often considered the last line of defense.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What Russian hockey team did Konstantin Pushkarev play for before coming to the NHL?
- A.
Avangard Omsk
- B.
HC Dynamo Moscow
- C.
SKA St. Petersburg
- D.
Lokomotiv Yaroslavl
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A. Avangard OmskExplanation
Konstantin Pushkarev played for Avangard Omsk before coming to the NHL.Rate this question:
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- 13.
In which year was hockey player Marty Turko born?
- A.
1973
- B.
1977
- C.
1971
- D.
1975
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D. 1975Explanation
Marty Turko was born in 1975.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Against what team did Dwayne Roloson record his first NHL shutout?
- A.
Los Angeles
- B.
Calgary
- C.
Dallas
- D.
Vancouver
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A. Los AngelesExplanation
Dwayne Roloson recorded his first NHL shutout against the Los Angeles team.Rate this question:
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- 15.
How many goals did Robert Scuderi score during the 2005-06 NHL season?
- A.
24
- B.
None
- C.
73
- D.
12
Correct Answer
B. NoneExplanation
The question is asking about the number of goals Robert Scuderi scored during the 2005-06 NHL season. The correct answer is "None" because Robert Scuderi is a defenseman, not a forward, and it is rare for defensemen to score goals.Rate this question:
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- 16.
How many power play goals did Ryan Smyth score to break Wayne Gretzky's record?
- A.
0
- B.
25
- C.
30
- D.
15
Correct Answer
A. 0Explanation
Ryan Smyth did not score any power play goals to break Wayne Gretzky's record.Rate this question:
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- 17.
On what TV show did NHL player's Sheldon Souray's first wife appear?
- A.
Dawson's Creek
- B.
Beverly Hills 90210
- C.
Full House
- D.
Baywatch
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D. BaywatchExplanation
Sheldon Souray's first wife appeared on the TV show Baywatch.Rate this question:
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- 18.
How old was Jason Spezza when he played in 1999's World Junior Hockey Championship?
- A.
16
- B.
17
- C.
18
- D.
15
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A. 16Explanation
Jason Spezza was 16 years old when he played in the 1999's World Junior Hockey Championship.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Which team claimed Turner Stevenson in the 2000 NHL Expansion Draft, then traded him?
- A.
Columbus Blue Jackets
- B.
Minnesota Wild
- C.
Nashville Predators
- D.
Atlanta Thrashers
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A. Columbus Blue JacketsExplanation
The Columbus Blue Jackets claimed Turner Stevenson in the 2000 NHL Expansion Draft and then traded him.Rate this question:
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- 20.
What team acquired Kevyn Adams in a trade in 2001?
- A.
Florida Panthers
- B.
Minnesota Wild
- C.
Carolina Hurricanes
- D.
Calgary Flames
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A. Florida PanthersExplanation
Kevyn Adams was acquired by the Florida Panthers in a trade in 2001.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Against what NHL team did Nikita Alexeev have his first multiple-point game?
- A.
Philadelphia Flyers
- B.
Boston Bruins
- C.
Montreal Canadiens
- D.
Toronto Maple Leafs
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B. Boston BruinsExplanation
Nikita Alexeev had his first multiple-point game against the Boston Bruins.Rate this question:
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- 22.
How many OHL First All-Star Teams did Brendan Bell make?
- A.
2
- B.
0
- C.
1
- D.
3
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C. 1Explanation
Brendan Bell made one OHL First All-Star Team.Rate this question:
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- 23.
What career milestone for games played in the NHL did Phillippe Boucher reach in 2004?
- A.
300
- B.
400
- C.
600
- D.
500
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D. 500Explanation
In 2004, Phillippe Boucher reached the career milestone of playing 500 games in the NHL. This indicates that he had a successful and long-lasting career in professional ice hockey, as playing 500 games requires a significant amount of skill, dedication, and consistency. It is an accomplishment that only a select few players are able to achieve, highlighting Boucher's talent and contribution to the sport.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Brian Boucher's record for longest shutout streak by a goalie lasted how long?
- A.
332 Minutes
- B.
290 Minutes
- C.
356 Minutes
- D.
344 Minutes
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A. 332 MinutesExplanation
Brian Boucher's record for longest shutout streak by a goalie lasted 332 minutes.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Which gold medal was the first won by Pavel Brendl?
- A.
World Junior Ice Hockey
- B.
Torino Olympic Games
- C.
World Cup of Hockey
- D.
Salt Lake City Olympic Games
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A. World Junior Ice HockeyExplanation
Pavel Brendl won his first gold medal in the World Junior Ice Hockey championship.Rate this question:
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- 26.
In what month of the 2005-06 NHL season did Brett Clark score a career high 8 points?
- A.
January
- B.
November
- C.
December
- D.
February
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A. JanuaryExplanation
Brett Clark scored a career high of 8 points in the month of January during the 2005-06 NHL season.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Rico Fata was selected in the 1st round of the 1998 NHL Entry Draft by which team?
- A.
Washington Capitals
- B.
New York Rangers
- C.
Calgary Flames
- D.
Pittsburgh Penguins
Correct Answer
C. Calgary FlamesExplanation
Rico Fata was selected in the 1st round of the 1998 NHL Entry Draft by the Calgary Flames.Rate this question:
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- 28.
What NHL team drafted Brian Finley in 2001, though he didn't play that year?
- A.
Calgary Flames
- B.
Atlanta Thrashers
- C.
Nashville Predators
- D.
Edmonton Oilers
Correct Answer
C. Nashville PredatorsExplanation
Brian Finley was drafted by the Nashville Predators in 2001, even though he did not play for the team that year.Rate this question:
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- 29.
During the 2004-2005 lockout, Martin Gelinas played in what hockey league?
- A.
Swiss League
- B.
Canadian Hockey League
- C.
French Hockey League
- D.
European Open League
Correct Answer
A. Swiss LeagueExplanation
During the 2004-2005 lockout, Martin Gelinas played in the Swiss League. This league is known for its high level of competition and has attracted many NHL players during lockout seasons. Gelinas likely chose to play in the Swiss League because it provided him with the opportunity to continue playing at a professional level while the NHL was on lockout.Rate this question:
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- 30.
How many goalies recorded three shutouts in a row before Jean-Sebastien Giguere did in December 2002?
- A.
12
- B.
16
- C.
10
- D.
14
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D. 14Explanation
Before Jean-Sebastien Giguere recorded three shutouts in a row in December 2002, a total of 14 goalies had achieved this feat.Rate this question:
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