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Book Synopsis: Between December 28, 1975, and January 11, 1976, a groundbreaking hockey event took place: Super Series '76. Eight National Hockey League clubs each hosted a single exhibition game against one of two touring teams from the USSR: Central Red Army or Wings of the Soviet. Officially nothing was at stake, but serious hockey fans realized that a Cold War clash of political ideologies was occurring on North American ice surfaces. The top pro teams would finally meet the best “amateurs” from the Soviet Elite League. The reputations of the NHL and Soviet hockey were both on the line. Canadians already knew how strong the Soviets were, based on the eye-opening experiences of both countries’ hockey stars in the 1972 and 1974 Summit Series. For many Americans, however, the talents of the exotic, Eastern Bloc visitors provided a stunning revelation. This book outlines the history of the intense Canada-USSR hockey rivalry that preceded Super Series '76 and then focuses on those eight captivating games in New York, Pittsburgh, Montreal, Buffalo, Boston, Chicago, Long Island and Philadelphia. Two of these contests are still widely discussed today for vastly different reasons. One may have been the greatest hockey game ever played.
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Step back in time to a hockey showdown unlike any other with Cold War on Ice: The NHL versus the Soviet Union in Hockey's Super Series '76. Take a journey through one of the most intense sports rivalries in history, where North American giants clashed with the powerhouse teams from the USSR. Experience the thrill of the Cold War clash on the ice and witness the battle of ideologies unfold in this gripping book.
Dive deep into the heart-pounding action of Super Series '76 with this captivating read. From New York to Montreal, from Boston to Chicago, the eight exhibition games between NHL clubs and Soviet touring teams will keep you on the edge of your seat. Learn about the intense Canada-USSR hockey rivalry that set the stage for this historic event and discover the stories behind each unforgettable game.
Join legendary hockey stars on their quest for glory as they face off against the best "amateurs" from the Soviet Elite League. Feel the tension rise as reputations hang in the balance and witness the birth of a new era in international hockey competition. Immerse yourself in the excitement and drama of Super Series '76 with this must-read book that will leave you wanting more.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to relive a landmark moment in hockey history. Grab your copy of Cold War on Ice today and experience the thrill of the NHL versus the Soviet Union like never before!
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