Most Popular Books by Eric Zweig

Its early 1919 in Montreal and a deadly outbreak of Spanish flu is killing thousands, including 13-year-old Davids mother. Knowing he has a long-lost uncle in Seattle, David lands a job with the Montreal Canadiens who travel to Seattle to play in the Stanley Cup Playoff. Will David find his uncle and survive the deadly flu?

Find out everything there is to know about hockey in this bestselling volume, redesigned, revised and updated! Who are the "Original Six"? How many cities have had their hockey team move . . . only to get a team later on? What are some of the most historic hockey games? How does the salary cap work, anyway? This book looks to answer all those questions and more, equipping the hockey fan with everything they need to know about hockey. From the beginning of the game to the billion dollar industry that it is today, fans will learn the A to Z of hockey. This updated edition includes updates statistics and records, new content about careers in hockey, the latest on equipment, expanded information on women''s hockey PLUS twice as many photographs!

Every hockey fan remembers certain goals scored that stand out from all others. But if one had to name just 20 as the greatest ever accomplished, what would they be? There''s Paul Henderson''s third game-winning goal in 1972, the one that clinched the Summit Series for Canada against the Soviet Union. Also Mike Eruzione''s upset "Miracle on Ice" winner for the United States against the Soviets at Lake Placid in 1980. And don''t forget the famous Stanley Cup winners by the Toronto Maple Leafs'' Bill Barilko in 1951 and the Boston Bruins'' Bobby Orr in 1970. From the goal by the Montreal Victorias against the Winnipeg Victorias in the 1896 Stanley Cup rematch that truly made hockey''s most famous hardware a national event, to Wayne Gretzky''s 77th goal in 1982 that beat Phil Esposito''s single-season record for goals, to Sidney Crosby''s "golden goal" in the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics, Zweig serves up a slice of exceptional hockey moments that''s sure to provoke heated discussion.

The first authorized biography of Art Ross, Hockey Hall of Famer, founding father of the NHL, and long-time member of the Boston Bruins. Gordie Howe, Bobby Orr, Wayne Gretzky, and Sidney Crosbie have all hoisted the trophy that bears his name. Learn about Ross''s early crusade for players'' rights, and why he was a key to the NHL''s success.

Three volumes of Hockey Trivia for Kids are now in one "rock ''em, sock ''em" bind-up! Become a hockey trivia superstar with The Ultimate Book of Hockey Trivia for Kids. Did you know that the Sutter family out of Alberta boasts SIX hockey stars? Or that "Hockey Night in Canada''s" three stars of the game was a tradition started by an oil company? Go beyond player stats and team records and find out about the cool details only die-hard hockey fans know. It''s Crazy Canadian Trivia meets Hockey Superstars with a full third of the book devoted to our beloved Stanley Cup, and lots of photos and illustrations throughout.

The ultimate hockey trivia collection -- all about our beloved Cup! How many Stanley Cups are there? Why does the Cup always seem to end up in Mario Lemieux''s pool? What are some of the strangest things that have sat in the Cup bowl? This book answers all of these questions and more -- all about our beloved Stanley Cup! Kids can continue to wow their friends with their amazing hockey knowledge. Chock full of amazing facts delivered in the same style as the previous Hockey Trivia books, this book is a flat-out winner!

Did you know that there was a time when goalies had to serve their penalties? Did you know that the Sutter family boasts SIX hockey stars? Or that Hockey Night in Canada''s three stars of the game was a tradition started by an oil company? Hot on the heels of the successful Hockey Trivia for Kids, this second volume is packed with even more fun facts and hockey information. Provides hours of entertainment that will quench any kid''s thirst for more trivia!

Nicknamed "Cyclone" for his breathtaking speed, Fred Taylor was hockey''s first superstar. Though known for his squeaky clean game, Taylor was often caught up in the politics and turmoil of hockey''s early professional years. Star Power is the story of one of Canada''s greatest athletes and a game in transition. [Fry Reading Level - 4.8

This numbers-focused look at the fast-paced game of ice hockey is jam-packed with stats, sports trivia, awesome photos, and math challenges—plus a fun activity at the end of every chapter. Do you know how to calculate a goalie’s save percentage? What’s the record for the most shots in an NHL game? What’s the speed of the fastest slap shot? How much water is needed to make an ice rink? Get ready to learn all the ways numbers and math factor into the game of ice hockey, from all the statistics used to measure an individual player’s performance to the record for the most penalty minutes. Read about the greatest players from ice-hockey history and discover fascinating facts, like the number of names engraved on the Stanley Cup. Discover which NHL teams'' defenses have allowed the fewest points, and check out cool graphics that show the angles in different pass patterns. Filled with favorite players, need-to-know stats, and action-packed photos, this book is a must-have for curious, fact-hungry hockey fans everywhere! Are you a math maniac or sports superfan―or both? Check out these other books in the It’s a Numbers Game! series: It’s a Numbers Game! Basketball It’s a Numbers Game! Soccer It’s a Numbers Game! Baseball It''s a Numbers Game! Football

Celebrate the centenary of the National Hockey League with this fully revised and updated edition of The Official NHL Hockey Treasures. Now in a brand-new format This new edition of The Official NHL Hockey Treasures --which includes the 2015-16 Stanley Cup won by the Pittsburgh Penguins--tells the fascinating story of the sport through hundreds of photographs and an exhaustively researched text. As always, it covers hockey''s origins and evolution, as well as the great players and memorable games. But this title really scores with its awe-inspiring collection of 30 interactive facsimiles of hockey memorabilia. The removable items include 90-year-old newspaper articles about the NHL''s first games, letters from the President of the NHL, player contracts--including Gordie Howe''s deal to play with his two sons on the Hartford Whalers--collectible hockey cards, and much more. Hockey fans will treasure this forever.

A complete history of the Toronto Maple Leafs, as told by the players, coaches, and reporters. On December 19, 1917, the Toronto Arenas took to the ice for the first NHL game ever played. Over the next hundred years, the franchise changed names twice, home rinks twice, and won 13 Stanley Cups on its way to becoming one of the most successful and storied franchises in NHL history. The Toronto Maple Leafs: The Complete Oral History gives the most comprehensive record of the team from its formation to the present day. With first-hand accounts of some of the biggest names ever to play the game — Syl Apps, Darryl Sittler, Mats Sundin — as well as coaches, managers, and commentators, Eric Zweig gives readers the full insider history of Canada’s most iconic team.

Crazy Canucks recounts the trials and triumphs off the Canadian men''s alpine ski team of the 1970s and early 1980s. Eric Zweig offers a behind-the-scenes look at this innovative team that dared to take risks other skiers were too afraid of. The team rose from obscurity to prominence on the European and North American ski circuits with Olympic medal and World Cup wins. [Fry Reading Level - 4.9

The most comprehensive and authoritative book on the Stanley Cup and hockey playoff competition ever produced.

Presents year-by-year summaries of the Stanley Cup finals and includes information on memorable moments, players, and goals.

Like its predecessors, this 144-page volume delivers McPherson''s trademark take on the absurdities of everyday life.

Spectacular Sports -- What is a Sport? -- Go for the gold -- Top Tourneys -- Who Plays What? -- A Photographic Diagram: Sports Balls- The Inside Scoop -- Dribble, Drive, Hustle -- Hoops Game -- Take Me Out to the Ball Game -- One "Cool" Game -- Football, American Style -- A Photo Gallery: Nicely Done! -- A World of Sports -- We Are the Champions -- The Olympics -- Living on the Edge -- Hall of Fame -- Sports Comparisons: You vs. the Pros -- Sports Fun -- Get in the game! -- Hey, Ref! -- Tools of the Trade -- Fact vs. Myth -- Photo Finish: Behind the Shot with Shalise Manza Young.

Provides readers with a look at soccer--history, gear, stats, and players.

A well-illustrated celebration of the wit and wisdom of golf: wise, sarcastic, and hilarious quips and quotes from the game''s legends, today''s top stars and celebrities selected to ensure there''s something for everyone and every occasion.

In Hockey''s Glory Days, Dan Diamond and Eric Zweig highlight each year of play and provide team standings and statistics, include profiles on the one hundred best goaltenders, forwards, and defensemen of the era, and feature 126 team and player photos.

"Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about sports legends with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress"--