North Bay Battalion owner Abbott talks hockey, and Trivial Pursuit

Battalion owner Scott Abbott talks about the new season and a hall of fame nomination for Trivial Pursuit, co-created by Abbott more than 45 years ago.

For North Bay Battalion owner Scott Abbott, a game he co-invented more than 45 years ago is a gift that keeps on giving. Article content

Abbott was one of the creators of Trivial Pursuit, a game that became an international phenomenon, and made Abbott and co-creator Chris Haney a lot of money. Now comes word that The National Toy Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 finalists, and Trivial Pursuit is on the list. And there’s nothing trivial about that. Article content Article content

The Nugget caught up to the Battalion owner in his private box last Thursday before North Bay took on Oshawa in their Ontario Hock