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Let your hockey knowledge come out to play in the quiz below. Answer these questions and see how much you know about the Edmonton Oilers hockey team in the NHL. It is a fun and simple quiz to answer.

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1.

What Edmonton Oiler was the 1986 NHL All-Star Game MVP?
- A.
  
  Jari Kurri
- B.
  
  Grant Fuhr
- C.
  
  Mark Messier
- D.
  
  Wayne Gretzky
Correct Answer
B. Grant Fuhr

Explanation
Grant Fuhr was named the MVP of the 1986 NHL All-Star Game. He was the goaltender for the Edmonton Oilers at that time. Fuhr had an outstanding performance during the game, making several key saves and helping his team secure the victory. His exceptional skills and contributions to the game earned him the prestigious title of MVP.

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2.

From what team did the Edmonton Oilers acquire goalie Ron Low in 1980?
- A.
  
  Quebec Nordiques
- B.
  
  Montreal Canadiens
- C.
  
  Toronto Maple Leafs
- D.
  
  Winnipeg Jets
Correct Answer
A. Quebec Nordiques

Explanation
The Edmonton Oilers acquired goalie Ron Low in 1980 from the Quebec Nordiques.

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3.

What was the arena the Edmonton Oilers started playing in during the 1974-1975 season called?
- A.
  
  Rexall Place
- B.
  
  Skyreach Centre
- C.
  
  Edmonton Arena
- D.
  
  Northlands Coliseum
Correct Answer
D. Northlands Coliseum

Explanation
The arena that the Edmonton Oilers started playing in during the 1974-1975 season was called the "Northlands Coliseum." It was also commonly referred to as the "Edmonton Coliseum" or simply the "Coliseum" during its existence.

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Craig MacTavish, the eighth Edmonton Oilers coach, played his first season with them when?
- A.
  
  1987-1988
- B.
  
  1986-1987
- C.
  
  1985-1986
- D.
  
  1984-1985
Correct Answer
C. 1985-1986

Explanation
Craig MacTavish played his first season with the Edmonton Oilers in the 1985-1986 season.

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5.

Who was captain of the Edmonton Oilers during their first season in the NHL?
- A.
  
  Blair MacDonald
- B.
  
  Lee Fogolin
- C.
  
  Glen Sather
- D.
  
  Ron Chipperfield
Correct Answer
D. Ron Chipperfield

Explanation
Ron Chipperfield was the captain of the Edmonton Oilers during their first season in the NHL. This can be inferred from the question which asks about the captain of the team during their inaugural season. Since Ron Chipperfield is listed as one of the options and there is no indication that the question is incomplete or unreadable, it can be concluded that he is the correct answer.

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How many NHL games had Edmonton Oiler Andy Moog played before goal-tending in the 1981 playoffs?
- A.
  
  Fifteen
- B.
  
  Eleven
- C.
  
  Seven
- D.
  
  Three
Correct Answer
C. Seven

Explanation
Andy Moog had played seven NHL games before goaltending in the 1981 playoffs.

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How many seasons was Mark Messier captain of the Edmonton Oilers?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  3
- C.
  
  4
- D.
  
  1
Correct Answer
B. 3

Explanation
Mark Messier was the captain of the Edmonton Oilers for a total of three seasons. This suggests that he held the leadership role for a significant period of time, indicating his importance and influence on the team.

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Which Edmonton Oilers player was first to have a 10-point game in 1973 against the New York Raiders?
- A.
  
  Jim Harrison
- B.
  
  Val Fonteyne
- C.
  
  Craig MacTavish
- D.
  
  Al Hamilton
Correct Answer
A. Jim Harrison

Explanation
Jim Harrison was the first Edmonton Oilers player to have a 10-point game in 1973 against the New York Raiders.

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Todd Marchant scored on which former Edmonton Oiler to win 1997's first round playoff series?
- A.
  
  Andy Moog
- B.
  
  Grant Fuhr
- C.
  
  Curtis Joseph
- D.
  
  Jacques Plante
Correct Answer
A. Andy Moog

Explanation
In the 1997 first round playoff series, Todd Marchant scored a goal to win the series. The question asks on which former Edmonton Oiler did he score. The correct answer is Andy Moog.

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10.

Who scored the most shorthanded goals for the Edmonton Oilers in the 2007-08 season?
- A.
  
  Ethan Moreau
- B.
  
  Liam Reddox
- C.
  
  Ales Hemsky
- D.
  
  Jarret Stoll
Correct Answer
D. Jarret Stoll

Explanation
Jarret Stoll scored the most shorthanded goals for the Edmonton Oilers in the 2007-08 season.

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What team did the Edmonton Oilers defeat in their 2007-08 season opener?
- A.
  
  Minnesota Wild
- B.
  
  Calgary Flames
- C.
  
  Los Angeles Kings
- D.
  
  San Jose Sharks
Correct Answer
D. San Jose Sharks

Explanation
The Edmonton Oilers defeated the San Jose Sharks in their 2007-08 season opener. This means that the Oilers won their first game of the season against the Sharks.

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12.

Of their 82 season games, how many did the Edmonton Oilers win in 2007-08?
- A.
  
  32 Games
- B.
  
  54 Games
- C.
  
  22 Games
- D.
  
  41 Games
Correct Answer
D. 41 Games

Explanation
In the 2007-08 season, the Edmonton Oilers won a total of 41 games out of the 82 season games.

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Who did the Edmonton Oilers defeat in their final game of the 2007-08 season?
- A.
  
  Vancouver Canucks
- B.
  
  San Jose Sharks
- C.
  
  Montreal Canadiens
- D.
  
  Colorado Avalanche
Correct Answer
A. Vancouver Canucks

Explanation
In the final game of the 2007-08 season, the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Vancouver Canucks.

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What team did the Oilers meet in round two of the 2006 playoffs?
- A.
  
  San Jose Sharks
- B.
  
  Anaheim Mighty Ducks
- C.
  
  Detroit Red Wings
- D.
  
  Colorado Avalanche
Correct Answer
A. San Jose Sharks

Explanation
In the 2006 playoffs, the Oilers met the San Jose Sharks in round two. This means that the Oilers played against the San Jose Sharks during the second round of the playoffs in that particular year.

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Who beat the Oilers in game one of the 2006 Stanley Cup series?
- A.
  
  Carolina Hurricanes
- B.
  
  Calgary Flames
- C.
  
  Anaheim Ducks
- D.
  
  Boston Bruins
Correct Answer
A. Carolina Hurricanes

Explanation
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the Oilers in game one of the 2006 Stanley Cup series.

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The Ultimate NHL - Edmonton Oilers Trivia

What Edmonton Oiler was the 1986 NHL All-Star Game MVP?

From what team did the Edmonton Oilers acquire goalie Ron Low in 1980?

What was the arena the Edmonton Oilers started playing in during the 1974-1975 season called?

Craig MacTavish, the eighth Edmonton Oilers coach, played his first season with them when?

Who was captain of the Edmonton Oilers during their first season in the NHL?

How many NHL games had Edmonton Oiler Andy Moog played before goal-tending in the 1981 playoffs?

How many seasons was Mark Messier captain of the Edmonton Oilers?

Which Edmonton Oilers player was first to have a 10-point game in 1973 against the New York Raiders?

Todd Marchant scored on which former Edmonton Oiler to win 1997's first round playoff series?

Who scored the most shorthanded goals for the Edmonton Oilers in the 2007-08 season?

What team did the Edmonton Oilers defeat in their 2007-08 season opener?

Of their 82 season games, how many did the Edmonton Oilers win in 2007-08?

Who did the Edmonton Oilers defeat in their final game of the 2007-08 season?

What team did the Oilers meet in round two of the 2006 playoffs?

Who beat the Oilers in game one of the 2006 Stanley Cup series?