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What are the six teams collectively nicknamed the "Original Six"?

  • Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers, Toronto Maple Leafs

  • Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Los Angeles Kings, Vancouver Canucks, Buffalo Sabres, Washington Capitals

  • Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, Ottawa Senators, Winnipeg Jets, New Jersey Devils, San Jose Sharks

  • St. Louis Blues, Tampa Bay Lightning, Florida Panthers, Nashville Predators, Columbus Blue Jackets, Minnesota Wild

Answer

The "Original Six" refers to the six teams that made up the NHL from 1942 to 1967. These teams are the Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers, and Toronto Maple Leafs. They are considered the foundation of the modern NHL.
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