Fast Ice

By (author): Andrew Podnieks

The speed and skill of a new hockey generation — in photos and stories

From the incredible debut of Auston Matthews to the unparalleled speed of Connor McDavid, the NHL is experiencing a rebirth that is based on speed and skill, not size, fighting, or intimidation. Fast Ice: Superstars of the New NHL features profiles of more than 50 of today’s greatest stars. Included are veterans like Sidney Crosby and arch-rival Alexander Ovechkin, but the heart of the book is the youth movement that has given fans new optimism for an exciting future. Written by bestselling author Andrew Podnieks and featuring dozens of full-colour photographs, this is sure to be a compelling addition to the hockey lover’s library.

AUTHOR

Andrew Podnieks

Andrew Podnieks is the author of nearly 100 sports books, including Great Moments in Canada’s Sporting History (Moydart Press, 2017). He has written extensively on the NHL and international hockey and sits on the IIHF’s Hall of Fame Selection Committee. He lives in Toronto, Ontario. Find him online at AndrewPodnieks.com.

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“The facts listed by Mr. Podnieks will be appreciated by long-time fans while newer fans will learn where these players developed and why they are considered some of the best players in the game today.” — Hockey Blog in Canada


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The speed and skill of a new hockey generation — in photos and stories

From the incredible debut of Auston Matthews to the unparalleled speed of Connor McDavid, the NHL is experiencing a rebirth that is based on speed and skill, not size, fighting, or intimidation. Fast Ice: Superstars of the New NHL features profiles of more than 50 of today’s greatest stars. Included are veterans like Sidney Crosby and arch-rival Alexander Ovechkin, but the heart of the book is the youth movement that has given fans new optimism for an exciting future. Written by bestselling author Andrew Podnieks and featuring dozens of full-colour photographs, this is sure to be a compelling addition to the hockey lover’s library.

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Details

Dimensions:

176 Pages
9.25in * 7in * 0.389in
0.98lb

Published:

October 17, 2017

City of Publication:

Toronto

Country of Publication:

CA

Publisher:

ECW Press

ISBN:

9781770414297

Book Subjects:

SPORTS & RECREATION / Winter Sports / Hockey

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Language:

eng

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