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Nominated for the 2019 Toronto Heritage Book Award. We may never see a playoff series like it again. Before Gary Bettman, and the lockouts. Before all the NHL's old barns were torn down to make way for bigger, glitzier rinks. Before expansion and parity across the league, just about anything could happen on the ice. And it often did. It was an era when huge personalities dominated the sport; and willpower was often enough to win games. And in the spring of 1993, some of the biggest talents and biggest personalities were on a collision course.
The Cinderella Maple Leafs had somehow beaten the mighty Red Wings and then, just as improbably, the St. Louis Blues. Wayne Gretzky's Kings had just torn through the Flames and the Canucks. When they faced each other in the conference final, the result would be a series that fans still talk about passionately 25 years later.
Taking us back to that feverish spring, The Last Good Year gives an intimate account not just of an era-defining seven games, but of what the series meant to the men who were changed by it: Marty McSorley, the tough guy who took his whole team on his shoulders; Doug Gilmour, the emerging superstar; celebrity owner Bruce McNall; Bill Berg, who went from unknown to famous when the Leafs claimed him on waivers; Kelly Hrudey, the Kings' goalie who would go on to become a Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster; Kerry Fraser, who would become the game's most infamous referee; and two very different captains, Toronto's bull in a china shop, Wendel Clark, and the immortal Wayne Gretzky.
Fast-paced, authoritative, and galvanized by the same love of the game that made the series so unforgettable, The Last Good Year is a glorious testament to a moment hockey fans will never forget.
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Experience the magic of the last great showdown in hockey history with The Last Good Year: Seven Games That Ended an Era. Relive the heart-pounding excitement and unpredictable outcomes of an era when anything could happen on the ice. Before all the changes that transformed the sport, this series captured the essence of hockey at its finest. Don't miss your chance to immerse yourself in the exhilarating stories of the players and the unforgettable moments that shaped the game.
With its gripping narrative and intimate accounts, The Last Good Year seamlessly transports you back to that feverish spring of 1993. Discover what it felt like to witness legends clash, as the impressive Toronto Maple Leafs defied all odds against the mighty Red Wings and the St. Louis Blues. Witness Wayne Gretzky's Kings dominate the Flames and Canucks with unwavering determination. This series was the culmination of immense talent, grit, and pure love of the game. It's a chapter in hockey history that ignited dreams and left an indelible mark.
Bask in the stories of Marty McSorley, Doug Gilmour, Wendel Clark, and the extraordinary personalities that made this series so captivating. Each player's journey, from well-known stars to unsung heroes, will inspire and captivate you. And with insights from notable characters like celebrity owner Bruce McNall and legendary referee Kerry Fraser, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the impact and lasting legacy of this extraordinary series.
The Last Good Year is not just a book, it's a time capsule that transports you back to a hockey era when the game was raw, unscripted, and full of surprises. The passion and thrill of those seven games will live on forever, and now you can relive every moment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of hockey history. Get your copy of The Last Good Year now and embark on an incredible journey through the game-changing series that defined a generation.
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