Hockey Talk
 
Term / Phrase Definition Example Sentence
Apple (n): an assist Kane recorded two apples in the victory over Nashville.
Bucket (n): a helmet Larkin laced up his skates and put on his bucket before hitting the ice.
Five-Hole (n): the space between a goaltender's legs DeBrincat went five-hole for the game-winning goal.
Sweater (n): a hockey jersey The Red Wings have the most iconic sweater in hockey.
Top shelf (n): the upper section of the goal between the crossbar and the goaltender's shoulders Lucas Raymond went top shelf for his third goal of the night!
Lettuce (n): a player's long, flowy hair Mo is known for having the best lettuce on the team.
Celly (n): another way to say "celebration" Kane has the most iconic celly in the NHL!
Sin bin (n): another word for the penalty box After being called for tripping, the skater was sent to the sin bin.
Bar down (v): when the puck hits the bototm of the crossbar Rasmussen went bar down to score the game-winning goal in overtime.
Barn (n): the rink or arena where a hockey game is played The Red Wings barn is always so electric on gamedays!
Lumber (n): a hockey stick Copp nearly broke his lumber after that shot!