1.
What professional ice hockey team was almost packed up and moved to Nashville in 1995?
Correct Answer
B. New Jersey Devils
Explanation
In 1995, the New Jersey Devils were almost packed up and moved to Nashville. This suggests that the team was facing financial difficulties or other challenges that made relocation a possibility. However, it is not mentioned why they were considering Nashville specifically or what ultimately prevented the move.
2.
What year did the Nashville Predators join the NHL?
Correct Answer
D. 1998
Explanation
The Nashville Predators joined the NHL in 1998. This is the correct answer because the team was established in 1997 and began playing in the NHL the following year. Prior to that, the Predators were part of the Central Hockey League.
3.
Who is the Russian who played left wing for the NHL's Predators in 2000-2001?
Correct Answer
D. Denis Arkhipov
Explanation
Denis Arkhipov is the correct answer because he is the only Russian player listed among the options and played left wing for the NHL's Predators in the 2000-2001 season.
4.
Which NHL division includes Nashville?
Correct Answer
C. Central
Explanation
The correct answer is Central because Nashville is a city in Tennessee and is home to the Nashville Predators, an NHL team. The Central division in the NHL includes teams from the central region of the United States, which includes Nashville.
5.
Who tended goal for Nashville in 2002-2003, he wore #35 on his jersey?
Correct Answer
D. Jan Lasak
Explanation
Jan Lasak tended goal for Nashville in the 2002-2003 season and he wore #35 on his jersey.
6.
#29 for the 2002-2003 Nashville NHL hockey team was?
Correct Answer
A. Tomas Vokoun
Explanation
Tomas Vokoun was the player who wore the number 29 for the 2002-2003 Nashville NHL hockey team.
7.
Who is not on the starting line up for the Predators in 2005-2006?
Correct Answer
D. Danny Markov
Explanation
The question asks for the player who is not on the starting lineup for the Predators in the 2005-2006 season. The names listed are David Legwand, Kimmon Timonen, Brendan Witt, and Danny Markov. Since the question asks for the player who is not on the starting lineup, the correct answer is Danny Markov.
8.
Which Nashville Predator was cut from a local hockey team at 14 because he was considered too small?
Correct Answer
C. Steve Sullivan
Explanation
Steve Sullivan was cut from a local hockey team at 14 because he was considered too small. This suggests that his size was a disadvantage and may have affected his chances of making the team. It also implies that Sullivan had to overcome this setback and prove himself in order to eventually become a Nashville Predator.
9.
On 2007 NHL Entry Draft Day, to which team did the Nashville Predators send Thomas Vokoun?
Correct Answer
D. Florida Panthers
Explanation
On the 2007 NHL Entry Draft Day, the Nashville Predators sent Thomas Vokoun to the Florida Panthers.
10.
From which team did the Nashville Predators obtain Thomas Vokoun in the Expansion Draft?
Correct Answer
A. Montreal Canadiens
Explanation
The Nashville Predators obtained Thomas Vokoun in the Expansion Draft from the Montreal Canadiens.
11.
Who was the first coach of the Nashville Predators?
Correct Answer
B. Barry Trotz
Explanation
Barry Trotz was the first coach of the Nashville Predators. This can be inferred from the fact that his name is listed as one of the options and the question specifically asks for the first coach.
12.
Who was the first pick of the Nashville Predators in their first-ever NHL Entry Draft?
Correct Answer
D. David Legwand
Explanation
David Legwand was the first pick of the Nashville Predators in their first-ever NHL Entry Draft. He was chosen as the first overall pick in the 1998 NHL Entry Draft. Legwand had a successful career with the Predators, becoming the franchise's all-time leader in games played, goals, assists, and points. He played for the Predators for 15 seasons before being traded to the Detroit Red Wings. Legwand's selection as the first pick in the team's inaugural draft signifies his importance in establishing the Predators as a competitive team in the NHL.
13.
Which Predators player stopped 81 of 82 shots in winning two straight playoff games in 2003-04?
Correct Answer
B. Thomas Vokoun
Explanation
Thomas Vokoun is the correct answer because he stopped 81 of 82 shots in winning two straight playoff games in 2003-04. This impressive performance demonstrates his skill and ability as a goaltender during that season.
14.
Who was the first defenseman to represent the Nashville Predators in the All-Star Game?
Correct Answer
B. Kimmo Timonen
Explanation
Kimmo Timonen was the first defenseman to represent the Nashville Predators in the All-Star Game. This can be inferred from the question, which asks for the first defenseman to represent the team in the All-Star Game. Out of the given options, Kimmo Timonen is the only defenseman listed. Therefore, he is the correct answer.
15.
From which team did the Nashville Predators acquire Steve Sullivan?
Correct Answer
C. Chicago Blackhawks
Explanation
The Nashville Predators acquired Steve Sullivan from the Chicago Blackhawks.
16.
Who did the Nashville Predators play in 2004 in their first-ever playoff series?
Correct Answer
D. Detroit Red Wings
Explanation
In 2004, the Nashville Predators played the Detroit Red Wings in their first-ever playoff series.
17.
To which team did the Nashville Predators trade Kimmo Timonen after the 2006-07 season?
Correct Answer
B. pHiladelpHia Flyers
Explanation
After the 2006-07 season, the Nashville Predators traded Kimmo Timonen to the Philadelphia Flyers.