Publisher's Synopsis
<b>You’ll love these inside looks at your favorite NHL players and personalities, the biggest games in hockey history, and all the everyday joys of your favorite sport!</b><br><br>Meet the real Mark Messier—coaching kids in his hometown. Travel through the years with famous hockey sportscaster Brian McFarlane. Read about the kindness of Bobby Orr and a personal look at Mario Lemieux.<br> <br>And in addition to all the stories by and about NHLers, you’ll read stories by fans and everyday players about big games and big plays; backyard rinks, pond hockey, and shinny games; growing up loving the game; and growing to love the game! You’ll also find inspiring stories by NHLers and Olympians about dedication, dreams, and drive, including:<br> <ul> <li>Former NHL player Georges Laraque, “the gentle tough guy,” on how he persevered against racism to play the game he loves</li> <li>Olympian Cassie Campbell-Pascall on how losing the gold medal at the first ever women’s hockey Olympic game made her and the team better, winning gold the next time</li> <li>NHL player Vinny Prospal on how believing in himself and working hard pushed him through the minors into the pros, making his former GM “eat his shoes”</li> <li>Olympian Hayley Wickenheiser on challenging herself by playing on a Finnish male team and inspiring another young female hockey player to be a star</li> <li>NHL player Matt Duchene on his parents’ support and the sacrifices that helped him reach the NHL</li> <li>Former NHL player Ryan Walter on the lifelong lessons he learned during his rookie season</li> </ul>
