Hit the ice with our free Hockey crossword puzzles, featuring NHL legends, team histories, and classic terminology for the ultimate Grid Genius challenge.
Lace up your skates and dive into the fast-paced world of Hockey crossword puzzles on Grid Genius. Test your knowledge of iconic NHL franchises, legendary players like Gretzky and Howe, and essential ice hockey terminology. Whether you're a die-hard fanatic or a casual viewer, these themed grids offer a fun, challenging way to celebrate your love for the game.
Crossword clues used in hockey puzzles, with answers and links to play.
“Slippery surface where the Final is fought”
ICE (3)
“2026 champions who took the league by storm”
HURRICANES (10)
“The enclosed battleground for the Cup”
RINK (4)
“Illegal long clear that halts the play”
ICING (5)
“The blue-painted safe zone for a netminder”
CREASE (6)
“Precious metal that makes up the coveted chalice”
SILVER (6)
“Sudden-death extra hockey”
OVERTIME (8)
“City whose Golden team was shut out in Game 6 of 2026”
VEGAS (5)
“Noble title of the man who originally donated the Cup”
LORD (4)
“A perfect defensive game, like Carolina's clincher in 2026”
SHUTOUT (7)
“Two minutes in the sin bin for an infraction”
PENALTY (7)
“The player who takes the opening faceoff”
CENTER (6)
“A helpful pass leading directly to a goal”
ASSIST (6)