Hockey Strong Stories of Sacrifice from Inside the NHL

"For the casual enthusiast and hockey fanatic alike comes a collection of essays and photographs celebrating the grit and dedication of hockey players to withstand injury and hardship to play the sport they love. Based on the author's interviews with key figures and capturing the inside stories of superstars old and new, Hockey Strong is one of a kind: an exploration of the long, dangerous, and often arduous journey of an NHL player. Packed with intimate interviews, exclusive photographs, and iconic moments, it's a beautifully designed celebration of one of the toughest sports in the world, and the hearts of the athletes who play it. Featuring figures like Kris Draper, Shjon Podein, Craig Berube, Joey Kocur, Rick Tocchet, Chris Nilan, and even the trainer for the 1980 Winter Olympics USA team, Todd Smith provides unprecedented access to the stories behind famous hits, injuries, and fights, while also revealing the human drive and brothe

ISBN:	9781501157233
Publisher:	Gallery Books
Imprint:	Gallery Books
Published date:	09 May 2017
DEWEY:	796.962
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	xv, 304
Weight:	363g
Height:	226mm
Width:	152mm
Spine width:	25mm

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