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Don Cherry's Hockey Stories and Stuff
written by Don Cherry
Studio : Doubleday Canada
by Doubleday Canada
Release Date : 2008-10-28
Publisher : Doubleday Canada
Released : 2008-10-28
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Number of Items : 1
EAN : 9780385666749
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 3 reviews)
List Price : $29.95
Our Price : $19.76
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Product Description |
"Never one to mix words, [Don] Cherry provides an analysis that transcends the reporting found in printed dailies, websites, and typical television broadcasts. That is what he is most often criticized for: not being like everyone else. Cherry provides poignant analysis about the game of hockey that escapes most other commentators. He endeavours to elucidate the small moments within a game that may appear inconsequential, but are integral to the outcome: a failure to clear the zone, a player shying away from a check, a poor line change. This is where Cherry is most valuable as a commentator. As a former coach, one who found great success, he is able to give viewers insights unlike anyone else."
—Ian Smart, 411mania.com
Don Cherry has been named a National Hockey League Coach of the Year with a winning percentage of over .600 and also received Coach of the Year honours in the American Hockey League. His comments on Hockey Night in Canada’s "Coach's Corner" routinely make headlines as they entertain, educate, and often upset some fans throughout North America. He may be controversial, but no one can deny the popularity he enjoys; popularity that was reflected in his top 10 ranking in the competition to determine "The Greatest Canadian."
Now from Grapes himself comes the book that hockey fans of all ages have been waiting for. Written with veteran sports journalist Al Strachan, here are Don Cherry's favourite stories from his career in hockey. And you can imagine the stories he has to tell. |
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A Good Read |
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I really enjoyed reading this book. The book is a compilation of short hockey stories throughout Cherry's life. It's narration style is great. It's easy to imagine that you are sitting back having a few beers as Cherry tells his story. |
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Like reading Coach's Corner |
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What I loved best about this book is that Don Cherry's "voice" shines through on every page. Reading the book felt just like listening to Don on Coach's Corner - outspoken, opinionated, and passionate. Cherry writes what it was like playing in the minors, shares stories of players past and current, as well as personal anecdotes of Hockey Night in Canada and the most famous hockey dog, his Blue. He isn't afraid to call out individuals by name for their behavior and admits some of his own mistakes as well. Love him or hate him, there's two things that can't be argued after reading this book - 1) Don is a proud Canadian who understands and appreciates his heritage and 2) Don Cherry loves the game of hockey. His love of the game comes through on every page. |
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A classic Canadian at his best |
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Love him or hate him, Don Cherry has been one of the most notable people in the NHL who isn't afraid to say it like it is. I remember him when he coached the Bruins and now on Hockey Night in Canada, he's just as opinionated. I don't mind someone who gives his/her opinion as long as they have the experience to back it up. Don Cherry is that man. He not only has the brains, but better yet, he is one of the strongest hearted people in the NHL today. Great book by a great man. |
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