Hockey Hall of Fame True Stories 2

Complete with black and white photographs, newspaper clippings, and quotes, this hockey guide includes the stories behind some of the oldest NHL trophies and the early days of creating the Stanley Cup. There is an interesting chapter on old rules and revisions that changed the game. International hockey is documented along with the games of the first Winter Olympics. Hockey fans will learn about radio broadcasting and the first televised games, and read facts about players, and little-known strange injuries. These unique and informative stories reveal another side to hockey, that will immerse fans deeper into the game.–Barbra Hesson “Calgary Herald” (12/6/2024 12:00:00 AM)The season’s ideal coffee table book is the latest from the long Zweig line. Hours of combing newspaper and magazine articles pay off, not repeating well-worn Hall member heroics, but finding endearing and entertaining moments, such as oddball injuries. We particularly enjoyed ‘Media Moments’ – how hockey game night programs evolved and how telegraphed play-by-play was the forerunner of radio coverage and TV’s Hockey Night in Canada.–Lance Hornby “Toronto Sun” (12/16/2024 12:00:00 AM)The variety of stories here are engaging, and I must say I love that each story is rather condensed. You don’t need to devote hours here. You can steal a few minutes in your day, read a take or two, and move on, happy for the little break and a good story… Certainly, the style of book should make it a popular gift over the upcoming holidays, ideal for hockey fans, especially for those with some gray hair upon their heads.–Calvin Daniels “SaskToday” (10/31/2024 12:00:00 AM)

Eric Zweig has loved sports and compiling fact and stats since the age of ten. Eric has written dozens of books, covering ice hockey to golf, including Stanley Cup: The Complete History. Eric has worked as a producer for CBC Radio Sports and TSN Sports Radio. He lives in Owen Sound, Ontario.