SettingsIce hockey terminology
50 goals in 50 games
"50 goals in 50 games" refers to the act of scoring 50 goals in the first 50 games of a National Hockey League season.
"50 goals in 50 games" refers to the act of scoring 50 goals in the first 50 games of a National Hockey League season.
Awarded goal (ice hockey)
In ice hockey an awarded goal is an unusual situation in which a goal is awarded to a team rather than scored.
In ice hockey an awarded goal is an unusual situation in which a goal is awarded to a team rather than scored.
Backhand shot (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, a backhanded shot (or backhander) is a shot taken from the backside of the blade.
In ice hockey, a backhanded shot (or backhander) is a shot taken from the backside of the blade.
Barnstorm (sports)
Barnstorming in athletics refers to sports teams or individuals that travel to various locations, usually small towns, to stage exhibition matches.
Barnstorming in athletics refers to sports teams or individuals that travel to various locations, usually small towns, to stage exhibition matches.
Bench-clearing brawl
A bench-clearing brawl, sometimes known as a basebrawl or a rhubarb, is a form of ritualistic fighting that occurs in sports, most notably baseball and ice hockey, in which every pla...
A bench-clearing brawl, sometimes known as a basebrawl or a rhubarb, is a form of ritualistic fighting that occurs in sports, most notably baseball and ice hockey, in which every pla...
Best-on-best
"Best-on-best" is an ice hockey term describing a competition that involves most of the elite level of players as possible.
"Best-on-best" is an ice hockey term describing a competition that involves most of the elite level of players as possible.
Breakaway (ice hockey)
A breakaway is a situation in ice hockey in which a player with the puck has no defending players, except for the goaltender, between himself and the opposing goal, leaving him free to skate in ...
A breakaway is a situation in ice hockey in which a player with the puck has no defending players, except for the goaltender, between himself and the opposing goal, leaving him free to skate in ...
Butterfly style
In ice hockey, "butterfly style" is a technique of goaltending distinguished by the goaltender guarding the lower part of the net by dropping to the knees to block attempts to score.
In ice hockey, "butterfly style" is a technique of goaltending distinguished by the goaltender guarding the lower part of the net by dropping to the knees to block attempts to score.
Centre (ice hockey)
The centre (or center in the United States) in ice hockey is a forward position of a player whose primary zone of play is the middle of the ice, away from the side boards.
The centre (or center in the United States) in ice hockey is a forward position of a player whose primary zone of play is the middle of the ice, away from the side boards.
Ceremonial first puck
The ceremonial first puck is a longstanding ritual of ice hockey in which a guest of honor drops a puck to mark the end of pregame festivities and the start of the game.
The ceremonial first puck is a longstanding ritual of ice hockey in which a guest of honor drops a puck to mark the end of pregame festivities and the start of the game.
Clipping (ice hockey)
Clipping is a penalty in the sport of ice hockey.
Clipping is a penalty in the sport of ice hockey.
Cross-checking
Cross-checking is an infraction in the sport of ice hockey where a player checks an opponent by using the shaft of his or her stick with both hands.
Cross-checking is an infraction in the sport of ice hockey where a player checks an opponent by using the shaft of his or her stick with both hands.
Cup of coffee
A "cup of coffee" is North American sports terminology for a short time spent by a minor league player at the major league level.
A "cup of coffee" is North American sports terminology for a short time spent by a minor league player at the major league level.
Deke (ice hockey)
A deke, sometimes known as a dangle, is an ice hockey technique which a player uses to get past an opponent or "fake out" an opposing player.
A deke, sometimes known as a dangle, is an ice hockey technique which a player uses to get past an opponent or "fake out" an opposing player.
Diamond formation
A diamond formation is a formation of four or more aircraft, soldiers on horseback, players in a team sport, etc.
A diamond formation is a formation of four or more aircraft, soldiers on horseback, players in a team sport, etc.
Diving (ice hockey)
Diving is a term used in ice hockey to describe a player trying to get the attention of the referee by embellishing an infraction from an opposing player in an attempt to draw a penalty.
Diving is a term used in ice hockey to describe a player trying to get the attention of the referee by embellishing an infraction from an opposing player in an attempt to draw a penalty.
Empty net goal
An empty net goal, or colloquially an empty netter (abbreviated as EN or ENG), occurs in ice hockey when a team scores a goal into a net with no goaltender (goalie) p...
An empty net goal, or colloquially an empty netter (abbreviated as EN or ENG), occurs in ice hockey when a team scores a goal into a net with no goaltender (goalie) p...
Enforcer (ice hockey)
Enforcer is an unofficial role in ice hockey.
Enforcer is an unofficial role in ice hockey.
Equaliser (sports)
An equaliser is a term used in association football and ice hockey to describe a goal scored by one particular team that ties the game.
An equaliser is a term used in association football and ice hockey to describe a goal scored by one particular team that ties the game.
Extra attacker
An extra attacker in ice hockey is a forward or, less commonly, a defenceman who has been substituted in place of the goaltender.
An extra attacker in ice hockey is a forward or, less commonly, a defenceman who has been substituted in place of the goaltender.
Face-off
A face-off (or faceoff) is the method used to begin play in ice hockey and some other sports.
A face-off (or faceoff) is the method used to begin play in ice hockey and some other sports.
Farm team
In sports, a farm team, farm system, feeder team or nursery club, is generally a team or club whose role is to provide experience and training for young players, with an agreem...
In sports, a farm team, farm system, feeder team or nursery club, is generally a team or club whose role is to provide experience and training for young players, with an agreem...
Five-hole
The "five-hole" is a nickname for the space between a goaltender's legs in hockey.
The "five-hole" is a nickname for the space between a goaltender's legs in hockey.
Forecheck
The forecheck is an ice hockey defensive play made in the offensive zone with the objective of applying pressure to the opposing team's puck carrier forcing a turnover.
The forecheck is an ice hockey defensive play made in the offensive zone with the objective of applying pressure to the opposing team's puck carrier forcing a turnover.
Full strength
Full strength in ice hockey refers to when both teams have five skaters and one goaltender on the ice.
Full strength in ice hockey refers to when both teams have five skaters and one goaltender on the ice.
Game seven
A game seven is the final game of a best of seven series.
A game seven is the final game of a best of seven series.
Goal (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, a goal is scored when the puck completely crosses the goal line between the two goal posts and below the goal crossbar.
In ice hockey, a goal is scored when the puck completely crosses the goal line between the two goal posts and below the goal crossbar.
Gordie Howe hat trick
In ice hockey, a Gordie Howe hat trick is a variation on the hat-trick, wherein a player scores a goal, records an assist, and gets in a fight all in one game.
In ice hockey, a Gordie Howe hat trick is a variation on the hat-trick, wherein a player scores a goal, records an assist, and gets in a fight all in one game.
Grinder (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, a grinder is a player better known for his hard-work and checking than his scoring.
In ice hockey, a grinder is a player better known for his hard-work and checking than his scoring.
Hand pass
In ice hockey, a pass is the movement of the puck from one player to another, usually by a motion of the stick.
In ice hockey, a pass is the movement of the puck from one player to another, usually by a motion of the stick.
Hash marks
Hash marks are short lines, running perpendicular to sidelines or sideboards, used to mark locations, primarily in sports.
Hash marks are short lines, running perpendicular to sidelines or sideboards, used to mark locations, primarily in sports.
Hat-trick
A hat-trick or hat trick in sport is the achievement of a positive feat three times during a game, or other achievements based on threes.
A hat-trick or hat trick in sport is the achievement of a positive feat three times during a game, or other achievements based on threes.
High-sticking
High-sticking is the name of two infractions in the sport of ice hockey that may occur when a player intentionally or inadvertently plays with his or her stick above the height of the shoulders ...
High-sticking is the name of two infractions in the sport of ice hockey that may occur when a player intentionally or inadvertently plays with his or her stick above the height of the shoulders ...
Hockey stop
A hockey stop is a specific and primary way of stopping on ice skates while playing ice hockey.
A hockey stop is a specific and primary way of stopping on ice skates while playing ice hockey.
Hockeytown
Hockeytown and Hockey Town are generic words used in common practice throughout the United States and Canada to identify any town, city or community that has a history and reputation of pa...
Hockeytown and Hockey Town are generic words used in common practice throughout the United States and Canada to identify any town, city or community that has a history and reputation of pa...
Holding the stick
In ice hockey, holding the stick is a penalty called when a player intentionally holds an opposing player's stick in his hands and between any part of his body (i.e.
In ice hockey, holding the stick is a penalty called when a player intentionally holds an opposing player's stick in his hands and between any part of his body (i.e.
Hooking (ice hockey)
Hooking in ice hockey is the act of impeding or obstructing an opponent's progress by placing the shaft or blade of the stick on the midsection of the opposing player and pulling him or her back.
Hooking in ice hockey is the act of impeding or obstructing an opponent's progress by placing the shaft or blade of the stick on the midsection of the opposing player and pulling him or her back.
Ice hockey rink
An ice hockey rink is an ice rink that is specifically designed for ice hockey, a team sport.
An ice hockey rink is an ice rink that is specifically designed for ice hockey, a team sport.
Left wing lock
The left wing lock is a defensive ice hockey strategy similar to the neutral zone trap.
The left wing lock is a defensive ice hockey strategy similar to the neutral zone trap.
Line (ice hockey)
A line in ice hockey is a term used to describe a group of forwards that play in a group, or shift, during a game.
A line in ice hockey is a term used to describe a group of forwards that play in a group, or shift, during a game.
Loafing (ice hockey)
Loafing, floating, or cherry picking in ice hockey is when a player, the floater (usually a forward), literally loafs — spends time in idleness — or casually skates behind the opposi...
Loafing, floating, or cherry picking in ice hockey is when a player, the floater (usually a forward), literally loafs — spends time in idleness — or casually skates behind the opposi...
Neutral zone trap
The neutral zone trap is a defensive strategy used in ice hockey to prevent an opposing team from proceeding through the neutral zone to force turnovers.
The neutral zone trap is a defensive strategy used in ice hockey to prevent an opposing team from proceeding through the neutral zone to force turnovers.
Offer sheet
In the National Hockey League, an offer sheet is a contract offered to a restricted free agent by a team other than the one for which he played during the prior season.
In the National Hockey League, an offer sheet is a contract offered to a restricted free agent by a team other than the one for which he played during the prior season.
Offside (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, the current play is offside if a player on the attacking team enters the attacking zone before the puck itself enters the zone, either carried by a teammate or sent into the attac...
In ice hockey, the current play is offside if a player on the attacking team enters the attacking zone before the puck itself enters the zone, either carried by a teammate or sent into the attac...
On the fly
In colloquial use, on the fly means : ex tempore, impromptu.
In colloquial use, on the fly means : ex tempore, impromptu.
One timer
A one timer is an ice hockey shot that occurs when a player meets a teammate's pass with an immediate slapshot, without any attempt to control the puck on his stick.
A one timer is an ice hockey shot that occurs when a player meets a teammate's pass with an immediate slapshot, without any attempt to control the puck on his stick.
Original Six
The Original six is a term for the group of six teams that composed the National Hockey League for the 25 seasons between the 1942–43 season and the 1967 NHL Expansion.
The Original six is a term for the group of six teams that composed the National Hockey League for the 25 seasons between the 1942–43 season and the 1967 NHL Expansion.
Pass (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, a pass is the movement of the puck from one player to another, usually by a motion of the stick.
In ice hockey, a pass is the movement of the puck from one player to another, usually by a motion of the stick.
Penalty box
The penalty box (sometimes called the sin bin, bad box, or simply bin) is the area in ice hockey, rugby league, rugby union and some other sports where a player sits to serve t...
The penalty box (sometimes called the sin bin, bad box, or simply bin) is the area in ice hockey, rugby league, rugby union and some other sports where a player sits to serve t...
Pest (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, a pest is a characterization of a player who attempts to antagonize opponent players either by physical play or verbally.
In ice hockey, a pest is a characterization of a player who attempts to antagonize opponent players either by physical play or verbally.
Playoff beard
A playoff beard is the practice of a National Hockey League player not shaving his beard during the Stanley Cup playoffs.
A playoff beard is the practice of a National Hockey League player not shaving his beard during the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Plus-minus (ice hockey)
Plus-minus is an ice hockey statistic that measures a player's goal differential.
Plus-minus is an ice hockey statistic that measures a player's goal differential.
Position player
In baseball, a position player is a player who on defense plays as an infielder, outfielder, or catcher.
In baseball, a position player is a player who on defense plays as an infielder, outfielder, or catcher.
Power forward (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, power forward is a loosely applied characterization of a forward who is big and strong, equally capable of playing physically or scoring goals and would most likely have high tota...
In ice hockey, power forward is a loosely applied characterization of a forward who is big and strong, equally capable of playing physically or scoring goals and would most likely have high tota...
Power play (sport)
"Power play" is a sporting term used in various games.
"Power play" is a sporting term used in various games.
Puck bunny
A puck bunny is a female ice hockey fan, often one whose interest in the sport is primarily motivated by sexual attraction to the players rather than enjoyment of the game itself.
A puck bunny is a female ice hockey fan, often one whose interest in the sport is primarily motivated by sexual attraction to the players rather than enjoyment of the game itself.
Punch line (ice hockey)
The Punch line was a famous ice hockey line for the Montreal Canadiens in the 1940s.
The Punch line was a famous ice hockey line for the Montreal Canadiens in the 1940s.
Rebound (sports)
Rebound is a term used in sports to describe the ball (or puck or other object of play) becoming available for possession by either opponent after an attempt to put the ball or puck into the ...
Rebound is a term used in sports to describe the ball (or puck or other object of play) becoming available for possession by either opponent after an attempt to put the ball or puck into the ...
Roughing
Roughing is an offense and penalty in ice hockey when two players are in a minor altercation.
Roughing is an offense and penalty in ice hockey when two players are in a minor altercation.
Saucer pass
The saucer pass is an ice hockey term, which means passing the puck to someone else so it flies in the air like a flying saucer.
The saucer pass is an ice hockey term, which means passing the puck to someone else so it flies in the air like a flying saucer.
Save (goaltender)
In several sports with goalkeepers or goaltenders protecting nets, or goals, a save is credited to a goaltender that stops the playing object from entering the goal.
In several sports with goalkeepers or goaltenders protecting nets, or goals, a save is credited to a goaltender that stops the playing object from entering the goal.
Scoring chance
A scoring chance, in ice hockey is an attempt, or chance for a team or holder of the puck to score a goal.
A scoring chance, in ice hockey is an attempt, or chance for a team or holder of the puck to score a goal.
Scramble style
In ice hockey, the scramble style is a style that evolved from the play of Czech netminder Dominik Hašek, where a variety of non-traditional movements were used to make saves.
In ice hockey, the scramble style is a style that evolved from the play of Czech netminder Dominik Hašek, where a variety of non-traditional movements were used to make saves.
Screen (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, a screen is when a player is obstructing the goaltender's view of the puck.
In ice hockey, a screen is when a player is obstructing the goaltender's view of the puck.
Short handed
Short handed is a term used in ice hockey and refers to having fewer skaters on the ice during play, as a result of a penalty.
Short handed is a term used in ice hockey and refers to having fewer skaters on the ice during play, as a result of a penalty.
Shot (ice hockey)
A shot in ice hockey is an attempt by a player to score a goal by striking the puck with their stick in the direction of the net.
A shot in ice hockey is an attempt by a player to score a goal by striking the puck with their stick in the direction of the net.
Shot on goal
In field hockey, ice hockey, box lacrosse, or soccer, a shot on goal is a shot that will enter the goal if it is not stopped by the goaltender.
In field hockey, ice hockey, box lacrosse, or soccer, a shot on goal is a shot that will enter the goal if it is not stopped by the goaltender.
Shot on goal (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, a shot on goal is a shot that will enter the goal if it is not stopped by the goaltender.
In ice hockey, a shot on goal is a shot that will enter the goal if it is not stopped by the goaltender.
Slashing (ice hockey)
Slashing in ice hockey is a penalty called when an offending player swings their hockey stick at an opposing player, regardless of contact.
Slashing in ice hockey is a penalty called when an offending player swings their hockey stick at an opposing player, regardless of contact.
Slot (ice hockey)
In hockey, the slot is the area on the hockey rink directly ahead of the goaltender between the faceoff circles on each side.
In hockey, the slot is the area on the hockey rink directly ahead of the goaltender between the faceoff circles on each side.
Snap shot (ice hockey)
A snap shot is a like an abbreviated Slapshot in ice hockey.
A snap shot is a like an abbreviated Slapshot in ice hockey.
Stand-up style
In ice hockey, the stand-up style, as the name suggests, refers to a style of goaltending in which the goaltender makes the majority of the saves standing up.
In ice hockey, the stand-up style, as the name suggests, refers to a style of goaltending in which the goaltender makes the majority of the saves standing up.
Taxi squad
In North American team sports, the phrase taxi squad refers to a group of reserve players employed by a team but who typically do not play in games.
In North American team sports, the phrase taxi squad refers to a group of reserve players employed by a team but who typically do not play in games.
Teddy bear toss
A teddy bear toss is a popular Christmas season promotion at many minor and junior hockey arenas throughout North America.
A teddy bear toss is a popular Christmas season promotion at many minor and junior hockey arenas throughout North America.
The point (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, a player in the opponent's end zone at the junction of the blue line with the boards is said to be at the point.
In ice hockey, a player in the opponent's end zone at the junction of the blue line with the boards is said to be at the point.
Three stars (ice hockey)
In ice hockey, the three stars of a match are the three best players as chosen by a third party, with the first star considered the best of the three players, akin to the man of the match in...
In ice hockey, the three stars of a match are the three best players as chosen by a third party, with the first star considered the best of the three players, akin to the man of the match in...
Time-out (sport)
In sports, a time-out is a halt in the play.
In sports, a time-out is a halt in the play.
Torpedo system
The torpedo system is an ice hockey on-ice system, used extensively by the Swedish national hockey team in international competition.
The torpedo system is an ice hockey on-ice system, used extensively by the Swedish national hockey team in international competition.
Towel Power
Towel Power is a term used by the Vancouver Canucks of the National Hockey League (NHL) to describe the waving of rally towels by their fans.
Towel Power is a term used by the Vancouver Canucks of the National Hockey League (NHL) to describe the waving of rally towels by their fans.
Tripping (ice hockey)
A tripping penalty in ice hockey is called by the referee when a player trips an opposing player with their stick, or uses their skate against the other players skate, causing them to lose balan...
A tripping penalty in ice hockey is called by the referee when a player trips an opposing player with their stick, or uses their skate against the other players skate, causing them to lose balan...
Two-way forward
In ice hockey, a two-way forward is a forward who handles the defensive aspects of the game as well as the offensive aspects.
In ice hockey, a two-way forward is a forward who handles the defensive aspects of the game as well as the offensive aspects.
Winger (ice hockey)
Winger, in the game of hockey, is a forward position of a player whose primary zone of play on the ice is along the outer playing area.
Winger, in the game of hockey, is a forward position of a player whose primary zone of play on the ice is along the outer playing area.
Wrap around
A wrap around in ice hockey is when a player with the puck skates behind the opposing team's goal and attempts to score by sliding or shooting the puck into the opposite side of the net they ska...
A wrap around in ice hockey is when a player with the puck skates behind the opposing team's goal and attempts to score by sliding or shooting the puck into the opposite side of the net they ska...
Wrist shot
A wrist shot is a type of ice hockey shot that involves using arm muscles (especially those in the wrist and forearm) to propel a puck forward from the concave side of the blade of a hockey stick.
A wrist shot is a type of ice hockey shot that involves using arm muscles (especially those in the wrist and forearm) to propel a puck forward from the concave side of the blade of a hockey stick.
Zone defense
Zone defense is a type of defense, used in team sports, which is the alternative to man-to-man defense; instead of each player guarding a corresponding player on the other team, each defensive p...
Zone defense is a type of defense, used in team sports, which is the alternative to man-to-man defense; instead of each player guarding a corresponding player on the other team, each defensive p...