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Book Synopsis: No job in the world of sports is as intimidating, exhilarating, and stress-ridden as that of a hockey goaltender. Clint Malarchuk did that job while suffering high anxiety, depression, and obsessive compulsive disorder and had his career nearly literally cut short by a skate across his neck, to date the most gruesome injury hockey has ever seen. This autobiography takes readers deep into the troubled mind of Clint Malarchuk, the former NHL goaltender for the Quebec Nordiques, the Washington Capitals, and the Buffalo Sabres. When his carotid artery was slashed during a collision in the crease, Malarchuk nearly died on the ice. Forever changed, he struggled deeply with depression and a dependence on alcohol, which nearly cost him his life and left a bullet in his head. Now working as the goaltender coach for the Calgary Flames, Malarchuk reflects on his past as he looks forward to the future, every day grateful to have cheated death—twice.
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Introducing "A Matter of Inches: How I Survived in the Crease and Beyond" - a gripping autobiography that will take you behind the scenes of the world of hockey goaltending like never before. Written by Clint Malarchuk, former NHL goaltender for the Quebec Nordiques, the Washington Capitals, and the Buffalo Sabres, this remarkable book chronicles his tumultuous journey battling anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder while mastering one of the most challenging positions in sports.
But Malarchuk's story goes beyond the typical struggles faced by athletes. In a horrifying turn of events, he suffered a life-threatening injury when a skate blade slashed his carotid artery during a collision on the ice. "A Matter of Inches" delves deep into the psychological aftermath of this gruesome incident, revealing the immense mental strength it took for Malarchuk to overcome near-death and return to the game he loves.
What sets "A Matter of Inches" apart is its raw honesty. Malarchuk bares it all - his battles with depression, his struggles with alcoholism, and the journey towards rebuilding his life. This book serves as a powerful reminder that behind every courageous athlete lies a complex human being, fighting their own internal demons.
Now, as the goaltender coach for the Calgary Flames, Malarchuk is using his experience to inspire others and help them face their own challenges. In "A Matter of Inches," he reflects on his past and shares his hopes for the future. This compelling autobiography will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the resilience of the human spirit and the power of second chances.
To embark on this extraordinary journey with Clint Malarchuk, order your copy of "A Matter of Inches: How I Survived in the Crease and Beyond" today. Experience the gripping tale of survival and redemption that will leave you motivated, inspired, and forever grateful for the chance to cheat death.
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