Ultimate Quiz On NHL - Edmonton Oilers

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1.

What team did the Edmonton Oilers upset in the first round of the 1981 NHL Playoffs?
- A.
  
  Boston Bruins
- B.
  
  St. Louis Blues
- C.
  
  Los Angeles Kings
- D.
  
  Montreal Canadiens
Correct Answer
D. Montreal Canadiens

Explanation
In the first round of the 1981 NHL Playoffs, the Edmonton Oilers upset the Montreal Canadiens.

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2.

How many Stanley Cups did the Edmonton Oilers win in the 1980's?
- A.
  
  4
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  5
- D.
  
  3
Correct Answer
A. 4

Explanation
The Edmonton Oilers won 4 Stanley Cups in the 1980's.

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3.

Who was the first Edmonton Oiler to win the Vezina Trophy for the NHL's best goalkeeper?
- A.
  
  Wayne Gretzky
- B.
  
  Andy Moog
- C.
  
  Grant Fuhr
- D.
  
  Dwayne Roloson
Correct Answer
C. Grant Fuhr

Explanation
Grant Fuhr was the first Edmonton Oiler to win the Vezina Trophy for the NHL's best goalkeeper. He won the award in the 1987-1988 season, becoming the first Oiler and the first black player to receive this prestigious honor. Fuhr was known for his exceptional goaltending skills and played a crucial role in the success of the Edmonton Oilers during their dynasty years in the 1980s. His outstanding performances and contributions to the team's success made him a deserving recipient of the Vezina Trophy.

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4.

Wayne Gretzky won his first Hart Trophy with the Edmonton Oilers in what NHL season?
- A.
  
  1981-1982
- B.
  
  1978-1979
- C.
  
  1980-1981
- D.
  
  1979-1980
Correct Answer
D. 1979-1980

Explanation
Wayne Gretzky won his first Hart Trophy with the Edmonton Oilers in the 1979-1980 NHL season.

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5.

Who won the Stanley Cup MVP Award for the champion Edmonton Oilers in 1990?
- A.
  
  Grant Fuhr
- B.
  
  Mark Messier
- C.
  
  Bill Ranford
- D.
  
  Wayne Gretzky
Correct Answer
C. Bill Ranford

Explanation
Bill Ranford won the Stanley Cup MVP Award for the champion Edmonton Oilers in 1990.

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6.

Glenn Anderson scored 54 times for the Edmonton Oilers in 1985-86 and which other season?
- A.
  
  1988-89
- B.
  
  1992-93
- C.
  
  1983-84
- D.
  
  1994-95
Correct Answer
C. 1983-84

Explanation
Glenn Anderson scored 54 times for the Edmonton Oilers in the 1985-86 season. The question asks for another season in which he scored the same number of goals. The correct answer is 1983-84, as Anderson also scored 54 goals in that season.

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7.

What were the first years the Edmonton Oilers won back-to-back Stanley Cup Championships?
- A.
  
  1987 And 1988
- B.
  
  1985 And 1986
- C.
  
  1984 And 1985
- D.
  
  1983 And 1984
Correct Answer
C. 1984 And 1985

Explanation
The Edmonton Oilers won back-to-back Stanley Cup Championships in 1984 and 1985.

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8.

In what year did the Edmonton Oilers acquire Wayne Gretzky?
- A.
  
  1978
- B.
  
  1982
- C.
  
  1976
- D.
  
  1980
Correct Answer
A. 1978

Explanation
The Edmonton Oilers acquired Wayne Gretzky in 1978.

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9.

What team did the Edmonton Oilers defeat to win the 1985 Stanley Cup?
- A.
  
  Philadelphia Flyers
- B.
  
  Montreal Canadiens
- C.
  
  New York Islanders
- D.
  
  Quebec Nordiques
Correct Answer
A. Philadelphia Flyers

Explanation
The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Philadelphia Flyers to win the 1985 Stanley Cup.

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10.

In 1990, who scored the winning overtime goal at 55:13 to give the Edmonton Oilers a Game 1 win?
- A.
  
  Petr Klima
- B.
  
  Vincent Damphousse
- C.
  
  Steve Smith
- D.
  
  Trevor Linden
Correct Answer
A. Petr Klima

Explanation
Petr Klima scored the winning overtime goal at 55:13 to give the Edmonton Oilers a Game 1 win in 1990.

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11.

Who led the investors group who bought the Edmonton Oilers from Pocklington in 1997?
- A.
  
  Charles Allard
- B.
  
  Todd McFarlane
- C.
  
  Cal Nichols
- D.
  
  Bruce Saville
Correct Answer
C. Cal Nichols

Explanation
Cal Nichols led the investors group who bought the Edmonton Oilers from Pocklington in 1997.

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12.

Who was the Edmonton Oilers' coach for 18 games only during the 1980-81 season?
- A.
  
  Wayne Gretzky
- B.
  
  Peter Pocklington
- C.
  
  Glen Sather
- D.
  
  Bryan Watson
Correct Answer
D. Bryan Watson

Explanation
Bryan Watson was the Edmonton Oilers' coach for only 18 games during the 1980-81 season.

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13.

How many Stanley Cup Finals did the Edmonton Oilers make in the 1980's?
- A.
  
  4
- B.
  
  5
- C.
  
  6
- D.
  
  3
Correct Answer
B. 5

Explanation
The Edmonton Oilers made it to the Stanley Cup Finals five times in the 1980s. This suggests that they were a strong and successful team during that decade.

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14.

What team did the Edmonton Oilers beat in the 1987 Stanley Cup Finals?
- A.
  
  Hartford Whalers
- B.
  
  Philadelphia Flyers
- C.
  
  Montreal Canadiens
- D.
  
  Washington Capitals
Correct Answer
B. Philadelphia Flyers

Explanation
The Edmonton Oilers beat the Philadelphia Flyers in the 1987 Stanley Cup Finals.

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15.

What team is an AHL affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers?
- A.
  
  Lowell Devils
- B.
  
  Springfield Falcons
- C.
  
  Portland Pirates
- D.
  
  Worcester Sharks
Correct Answer
B. Springfield Falcons

Explanation
The correct answer is Springfield Falcons because they are the AHL affiliate team of the Edmonton Oilers. This means that the Springfield Falcons serve as a development team for the Oilers, allowing their players to gain experience and improve their skills before potentially being called up to play for the Oilers in the NHL.

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Ultimate Quiz On NHL - Edmonton Oilers

What team did the Edmonton Oilers upset in the first round of the 1981 NHL Playoffs?

How many Stanley Cups did the Edmonton Oilers win in the 1980's?

Who was the first Edmonton Oiler to win the Vezina Trophy for the NHL's best goalkeeper?

Wayne Gretzky won his first Hart Trophy with the Edmonton Oilers in what NHL season?

Who won the Stanley Cup MVP Award for the champion Edmonton Oilers in 1990?

Glenn Anderson scored 54 times for the Edmonton Oilers in 1985-86 and which other season?

What were the first years the Edmonton Oilers won back-to-back Stanley Cup Championships?

In what year did the Edmonton Oilers acquire Wayne Gretzky?

What team did the Edmonton Oilers defeat to win the 1985 Stanley Cup?

In 1990, who scored the winning overtime goal at 55:13 to give the Edmonton Oilers a Game 1 win?

Who led the investors group who bought the Edmonton Oilers from Pocklington in 1997?

Who was the Edmonton Oilers' coach for 18 games only during the 1980-81 season?

How many Stanley Cup Finals did the Edmonton Oilers make in the 1980's?

What team did the Edmonton Oilers beat in the 1987 Stanley Cup Finals?

What team is an AHL affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers?