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What is an A on a hockey player's shirt?

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The "A" stands for Alternate Captain. Many people erroneously refer to it as "assistant" captain, but the NHL Rulebook makes it clear that it is an "alternate" in Rule 6.2.

Only the Captain or Alternate may discuss interpretation of rules with referees during the game.

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