A gripping narrative unfolds in this #1 national bestseller, weaving together complex characters and a compelling plot. The story explores deep themes of resilience and transformation, drawing readers into a world filled with unexpected twists and emotional depth. With vivid descriptions and a fast-paced storyline, it captures the essence of human experience, making it a must-read for those who appreciate a powerful tale that resonates long after the last page is turned.
A poignant and inspiring memoir of the people and challenges that shaped the life and career of Canada's most decorated Indigenous athlete. Bryan Trottier, a seven-time Stanley Cup champion and member of both the Hockey Hall of Fame and the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame, set a new standard of hockey excellence. Named one of the NHL's Top 100 Players of All Time in 2017, Trottier grew up in Val Marie, Saskatchewan, as the son of a Cree father and an Irish-Canadian mother. Despite his athletic gifts, he faced racism, but his mother instilled pride in his Indigenous heritage. This memoir transcends hockey, offering a poignant, funny, and wise perspective on life through the lens of the sport. Trottier shares stories about family, friends, teammates, and coaches, highlighting the lessons learned and their profound impact on his development. The narrative encompasses the highs of his upbringing and championship victories, alongside the lows of being released from the Islanders, adjusting to life post-hockey, financial struggles, and depression. Notable figures in his life include his father Buzz, legendary coach Al Arbour, teammates Clark Gillies and Mike Bossy, and close friend Mario Lemieux, as well as a high school teacher who nurtured his self-confidence and writing.
In October 1998 an extraordinary documentary series dominated Canada’s TV screens. Six ground-breaking one-hour documentaries took viewers inside the world of NHL hockey. Only the full co-operation of the NHL, the NHLPA, the owners, general managers, coaches, agents, and players throughout the league made this possible, taking the viewers – and now the readers – into many private meetings normally out of bounds to cameras and writers.The six episodes deal with 1) The Dance: deal-making, drafting at the summer draft pick, horse-trading between agents and managers; 2) The Show: the business of marketing hockey; 3) Showdown at Nagano; 4) The Canadian Game: by following Canadian teams we discover what hockey means to the country; 5) The Grind: the life of the players, at home and on the road; 6) Agony and Glory: the race for the Stanley Cup, and the completion of a full seasonal cycle.
