How many positions are there in hockey and what are they?

Answer 1

There are six players on the ice from each team, but there are only four positions.

Center: Attempts possession of the puck from the face off. The center is an offensive player.

Offense (wings): These two players help score goals on the opposing team.

Defensemen: These two players patrol the left and right sides of the ice so that the opposing team's offense will not score.

Goalie: The last line of defense. If the goalie does not stop the puck, there is no one else to prevent a goal from being scored.

Answer 2

This should be two separate questions, and both have been answered elsewhere. Refer to the related questions for more information.

Answer 3

There are 3 positions - Forwards, defense and goaltender.