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GAME 1
According to 2017 estimates, Austin and Sacramento are the most populous U.S. state capitals that are NOT also the most populous in their state. Name one of the next six most populous U.S. state capitals that are NOT the most populous in their state.
GAME 2
The Vegas Golden Knights made the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time in 2018, marking the third straight season that a team made their first finals appearance. Name the two teams that made their first Stanley Cup Finals appearances in 2016 and 2017.
Game one answers:
Raleigh
Saint Paul
Lincoln
Madison
Baton Rouge
Richmond
GAME 2 answers:
San Jose Sharks
Nashville Predators