Transition Words 2

Hockey players must be strong; ____________, they must also be fast.

• furthermore

• for example

The Pacific Division is one of the strongest in all of hockey; _____________, just this season, four out of the six teams made the playoffs.

• furthermore

• for example

Playing goaltender is a dangerous position; _____________, all goalies wear protective equipment.

• therefore

• on the other hand

The NHL overtime rules are a lot of fun for fans; ______________, many players do not like the rules.

• therefore

• on the other hand

My favorite team is the Ducks; ____________, my brother supports the Kings.

• however

• for example

The Ducks have drafted many talented players from other countries; ____________, only 20% of their players are American-born.

• therefore

• in fact

The Ducks finished with a losing record this past season; ___________, they missed the playoffs.

• therefore

• however

There were no fans in the arena for this year's hockey playoffs; __________, I believe that next year people will get to see the games in person.

• therefore

• however