The Whalers
The Rise, Fall, and Enduring Mystique of New England's (Second) Greatest NHL Franchise
$42.65
- Paperback
284 pages
- Release Date
30 September 2023
Summary
More than twenty years after departing Hartford, Connecticut, for Raleigh, North Carolina, the NHL’s Whalers continue to inspire passion among fans. Whalers merchandise still has a cult following not only among fans in Connecticut but around the country. But Whalers devotees aren’t just clamoring for jerseys, hats and t-shirts. They’re nostalgic for a team that had New England roots for nearly 25 years–in Boston, Springfield, and Hartford–and featured some of the greatest players in NHL histo…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781493073092 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1493073095 |
| Author: | Patrick Pickens |
| Publisher: | Rowman & Littlefield |
| Imprint: | The Lyons Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 284 |
| Release Date: | 30 September 2023 |
| Weight: | 458g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm x 20mm |
You Can Find This Book In
What They're Saying
Critics Review
“Hockey fans continue to have a fascination with the Whalers franchise, with good reason. From the rough early years, to the development of an exciting young team that thrilled one of sport’s most underrated fan bases, to the final years of controversy and chaos, Pat Pickens’s account of the team’s colorful history is a terrific read. It’s filled with memories from over a dozen figures who continue to have a powerful impact on the NHL to this day.”
–Rick Peckham, former play-by-play announcer for the Whalers and Tampa Bay Lightning
“Pat Pickens’s book captured more than a historical account of a sports franchise but rather a story about the deep connection between Hartford and its Whalers. Through cheers and tears the characters in the book remain fondly connected to Hartford.”
–Mike Liut, Whalers goalie, 1985-90
“We may not have realized how special the Hartford Whalers were at the time, but as I look back it was a privilege to play for the team. I still keep in touch and get together with many of my ex-teammates from those days, which were unlike any other in my pro career. The Whalers brought back fond memories of my time playing in Hartford.”
–Paul Lawless, Whalers forward, 1982-88
About The Author
Patrick Pickens
Pat Pickens is a writer for NHL.com. Previously, he was an editorial producer for MLB.com and a freelance sportswriter for The New York Times. From 2008 to 2013 he was sports editor at the Fairfield Citizen in Connecticut. He now lives in Jersey City, NJ.
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.