Hockey Trivia Answer: The Official Dimensions of an NHL Ice Hockey Puck
The official dimensions of an NHL ice hockey puck is 1 inch (25 mm) thick and 3 inches (76 mm) in diameter.
Ice hockey is all about the trusty puck! Standard pucks are typically black, measuring 1 inch (25 mm) thick and 3 inches (76 mm) in diameter, weighing between 5.5 and 6 ounces (156 and 170 g).
These pucks often feature silkscreened team or league logos on one or both faces. Before hitting the ice, they chill out in the freezer to keep their bounce in check, and to also prevent the puck from sticking to the icy surface. While we’ve come a long way from cow dung pucks, today’s pucks are made with a special mix of rubber, antioxidants, and more, ensuring they achieve the desired balance of hardness and resilience. During manufacturing, the rubber mix is shaped through a molding and casting processes. Then they’re compressed, using either cold or heated molds, to harden the pucks — which are later cleaned and textured manually along the edges for better stick grip and control.
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Gordie Howe’s first NHL game was before Bobby Orr was born.
His last NHL game was after Bobby Orr was in the Hall of Fame.
