A power-play goal is a term used in ice hockey to describe a goal that is scored while the opposing team has a player in the penalty box, giving the scoring team a numerical advantage on the ice. Sometimes it is referred to as a "PPG" or simply a "power goal". However, there are other synonyms that can be used to describe this kind of goal, such as an "extra-man goal", "man-advantage goal", "power-play marker", or "special-teams goal". In any case, a power-play goal can shift the momentum of a game and give a team a significant advantage, making it a key element in any ice hockey match.