Book Description

Once known as the "Harry Truman of hockey" (San Jose Mercury News) for his bluntness and humor, coach Darryl Sutter gave up the sport from 1995 to 1997 to care for his son Christopher, who was born with Down's Syndrome. Brimming with anecdotes from on and off the ice, this book gives a close-up view of both sides of Sutter - the tough guy and the activist who started a foundation to raise money for nonprofit organizations. ... Read more

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Quick-Wit and a great sense of humor!
Coach Sutter has turned our hockey club around. We can be proud of our team and we can look forward to each and every game because no matter what our record is and no matter how we fared the game before, we know coachSutter is going to get the Sharks up for the next contest. I never reallyknew what kind of a person he was until I read this book. His quick-wit hasa unique blend of honesty, puncuality and humor in it that is hard to findelsewhere in pro sports. It's a great read for hockey fans and sports fansalike. I only have one suggestion: E.C.McEnery needs to continue his bookwriting ways with a new book on Sharks Fans and how we're the best in theleague. And don't you forget it!

A rare look at a fascinating individual
This book is a "must read" for hockey fans, as well as fans of a fascinating human interest story.E.C. McEnery does an outstanding job of profiling San Jose Sharks head coach Darryl Sutter, not only as a playerand a coach, but more importantly as a husband and a father.Darryl's lifeas a player and coach are remarkable and McEnery did a great job ofrecapping his professional history.But what makes this book truly uniqueis how he was able to show a side of Darryl that most people are notfamiliar with - Darryl as a family man.Darryl's quotes over the yearshave been witty and meaningful.However, the most important thing thatyou'll pick-up from this book is that what you're gonna get from Darryl isthe truth. ... Read more

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If you're not a Stevie Y fan, this book will make you one.
I highly reccomend this book to any fan of the Red Wings and their Captain. Some parts will make you smile while other parts will make you teary-eyed, but all of it will make you very proud to be a Red Wings fan. And if you're not already a fan, this book just might make you into one. If you think all modern athletes are selfish and just in it for the money, this book will show you that there are still exceptions. Unfortunately, it was published before the Wings won their latest Cups, so you can't read about that in here, but that just makes you realize how special it is to win the Cup.

Steve Yzerman is the GREATEST hockey player of all times!
When I got the book the first night I could not put it down. To see what he has gone through in his carree, that was amazing. He is the greatest hockey player who ever lived, and now because of the chapionships that the team has won under his leadership, other are now FINALLY realizing it. He has done everything for this team and city, he has given us his heart, and in return we give him ours. He has captured our hearts and through this boook you can get an indepth look at the making of a SUPERSTAR!

Will bring tears to your eyes
I know this is so sappy, but I think the book is so sweet! I've read it many times since I bought it and it brings tears to my eyes to read the heartbreak Stevie Y suffered b/c he couldn't get achieve his goal of hoisting the Cup.

It's a MUST have for all true Steve Yzerman fans and has some really nice pictures in it. :)

I loved It
i think this book is the best. Stevie finally got what he deserved. 2 stanley cup rings, a book and now he need to get into the hall of fame!

Steve Rulz and "Believe"

It's about time!
This book is great! Steve Yzerman has been the heart and soul of the Detroit Red Wings for so long. It's nice to finally get the chance to learn all about him. Some of us were just 9 years old when he came to the Wings and don't remember how small, akward, and young he was. Also, great pictures! But, one warning, the book was written before the 96-97 season so you won't see a Stanley Cup chapter in it and you'll hear lots of mentions of how Stevie still hasn't raised the chalice. ... Read more

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As a kid his nickname was "chaos", as a junior hockey player some people thought he was nonchalant or indifferent, but the St. Louis Blues fans and hockey fans all over the country know him now as a steady, careful, deliberative defenseman.Readers of Chris Pronger: The Captain will see how the "chaos" of youth has been tempered and matured into one cool, calm, captain.Jeff Gordon, sportswriter for the St. Louis Post Dispatch, through interviews with Chris discusses some of the problems and pressures an elite hockey player faces.There is a lot of prominence and perks that are given to an elite player but how to handle the responsibilities and pressures that go with that fame are a large part of this book.As with all Sport Snaps books, Chris Pronger: The Captain is filled with action-packed photos, and some family photos from Chris.Sport Snaps books all contain hockey tips for kids, game-day routine and an assessment of the player by Coach Joel Quenneville. ... Read more

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GREAT PRONGS BOOK!
If you were like me and were looking for a good Pronger book, your search ends! This had a lot of great information on Pronger. Let's Go Blues!

If Pronger's your fav, get this book!
This book was really good - it showed his whole life. The pictures were great and the tips accurate. It really shows the life of a player and how hard you have to try to make it big. It was a great thing for me---you should check it out.

A must have for any fan of this star defenseman!!!
The worst thing about this book is it doesn't have enough pages...I found myself wanting to read more. There are a lot of tips for young players and some bio information which is interesting. The pictures are great, espescially the younger ones. Thanks to Chris for sharing them with all of us. ... Read more

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One particular strength of the NHL is the new crop of young talent that enters the league every season. This slickly designed magazine-style title profiles players under 22 who are making a huge impact on the game. Players hailing from three continents-Chris Drury, Simon Gagne, Sergei Samsonov, Milan Hejduk, and Shane Willis, to name just a few-are pictured in full-color action photos. ... Read more