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Ice Hockey History
In early 1800s, ice hockey was developed by British soldiers and immigrants as a variant of the Nordic and Germanic field hockey. By the 1900s, official matches within North America and Europe were held and soon after professional teams were formed.
2,600 Questions
Who was the first captain of the Minnesota Wild?
Since it's start in 2000, the team has never had a permanent captain. Sean O'Donnell served as the captain for October of the inaugural year.
When was the last time the Buffalo Sabres made it to the finals?
The Buffalo Sabres are an expansion team in 1970. They made the finals twice in their history. The first being 1974-75 and the last one in the 1998-99 season.
Here a link where you can see their entire team history. (related link)
Do they clean the ice after a ice hockey game?
Yes, before, during and after an ice hockey game the ice is cleaned with a special ice resurfacing vehicle known as a Zamboni. The Zamboni works by shaving the surface layer of the ice while simultaneously removing the ice shavings and dispensing hot water. The warm water melts and smooths the layer of ice creating that shiny "clean" surface required for game play.
How many San hose shark players are Canadian?
22/34 players are canadian, but Vancouver Canucks are better than San Jose
Where do the buffalo Sabres practice?
The arena is currently called First Niagara Center and is located in downtown Buffalo. The address is 1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203
What was the name of Minnesotas hockey team before the northstars?
According to hockey-reference.com, there was no NHL hockey team based in Minnesota before the North Stars were established as part of the first expansion of the league in 1967. There was a team called the Minnesota Fighting Saints (played in the WHA) that existed from 1973-77. Other than the Wild or North Stars, the Fighting Saints are the only other team to play in Minnesota and be a member of either the NHL or WHA (later merged with the NHL).
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Why do all NHL teams have the same warm up routine?
It keeps everybody organized and moving. Plus everyone ( hockey players ) have the same muscles that need to be stretched and exercised...... plus they have been doing the same routine since they started skating for a team.
