Original Six teams and facts

Question 1

In what year did the 'Original Six' era of the NHL begin (when the league first stabilized at six teams)?

Accepted Answer

1942

Question 2

Which Original Six team began play in New York in 1926 as a Madison Square Garden franchise?

Accepted Answer

New York Rangers

Question 3

Which Original Six team was founded as the Detroit Cougars in 1926?

Accepted Answer

Detroit Red Wings

Question 4

Which Original Six team joined the NHL in 1924 as the league's first U.S.-based franchise?

Accepted Answer

Boston Bruins

Question 5

Which Original Six team was founded as the Toronto Arenas in 1917?

Accepted Answer

Toronto Maple Leafs

Question 6

In what year did the Original Six era end with the NHL expansion that doubled the league's size?

Accepted Answer

1967

Question 7

Which Original Six team joined the NHL in 1926 and was originally styled 'Black Hawks'?

Accepted Answer

Chicago Blackhawks

Question 8

Which Original Six team was founded in 1909 and is based in Montreal?

Accepted Answer

Montreal Canadiens

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