num_pages: 384
description: "Gives die-hard fans and newcomers to the sport the inside edge!"— Scotty Bowman , NHL's winningest coach and  former coach of the Detroit Red Wings "Nothing gets by John Davidson. If the first edition didn’t already make you a fan, then this edition will!"— Mark Messier , NHL All-Star "My dog, Blue, and I ran out to get Hockey For Dummies, 2 nd Edition . We give it two paws up!"— Don Cherry , former NHL coach and “Coaches Corner” commentator for Hockey Night in Canada "...a must read for all hockey fans!"— John Vanbiesbrouck , former goaltender, New York Islanders " ... the most comprehensive, easily understood source of hockey history and instruction I've ever come across. Not only was 'JD' a superb player in the NHL, he is also an extremely skilled commentator sharing his knowledge of the game with fans all over North America. From hat tricks to power plays, Hockey For Dummies provides the reader with the wisdom of an expert. —From the Foreword by Wayne Gretzky This updated edition of the bestselling guide to all things hockey is packed with illustrations and play-by-play descriptions, diagrams, and photos of the NHL’s greatest players. It tells you how to: Former New York Ranger, John Davidson offers you plays only the pros know and tips for playing hockey at any level. And he fills you in on: From youth leagues to the secrets of the NHL greats, Hockey For Dummies , is your total guide to this cool sport.
language: English
title: Hockey For Dummies
titlecomplete: Hockey For Dummies
genres: Reference, Sports, Hockey, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 155
publisher: For Dummies