Hey there hockey fans! Do you like hockey trivia? Are you ready to have some fun and test your knowledge of NHL player nicknames? Invite your friends, family, and fellow fans to take this entertaining quiz that will challenge your memory of some of the most iconic monikers in the game. Show off your skills as a true hockey aficionado. So sit back, relax, and let’s see who can come out on top in this NHL player nickname quiz!
Results
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#1. Which NHL player is known as The Hammer?
Dave “The Hammer” Schultz played for the Philadelphia Flyers in the seventies when they were known as the “Broad Street Bullies.”
#2. Who is Mr. Hockey?
Sorry wrong, it’s Gordie Howe. One of the best to play the game.
#3. What was the nickname for Bobby Hull?
Bobby Hull’s nickname is “The Golden Jet.” He was fast and his golden hair used to flow in the wind when he skated.
#4. Which NHL player was known as "Tiger?"
Dave “Tiger” Williams. Played for The Leafs and Canucks and was one of the best fighters of his time. Also known for his goal scoring celebrations and entertaining style of play.
#5. Please tell me you know who "The Great One" is?
Really!! C’mon now, it’s Wayne Gretzky. He was pretty good at hockey.
#6. Which NHL player was known as "The Roadrunner?"
Yvan Cournyer is known as The Roadunner because he was only 5’7″ and was a really fast skater.
#7. What NHL player was known as The Milkman?
Tough one for sure unless you are an old Leafs fan. Claire Alexander was power play specialist. Known as “The Milkman” Claire still delivered dairy products in the off season.
#8. Who was "Boom Boom?"
Bernie “Boom Boom” Geoffrion played for the Rangers and got his name because of his wicked slapshot.
#9. What NHL player was nicknamed "Battleship?"
“Battleship” Bob Kelly was a Flyer during the Broad Street bully days. They were goons and sometimes opposing players would come down with the “Flyers Flu” so they wouldn’t have to play against them. Understandable…..they were animals.
#10. Which NHL player had the nickname "Cement Head?"
Dave “Cement Head” Semenko was Wayne Gretzky’s on ice bodyguard when he played for the Edmonto Oilers. Fun Fact, his head was actually made of cement.
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