Most Popular Books by Eric Zweig

Score big with this latest collection of hockey facts and fun! What do Connor Bedard, John Tavares, Aaron Ekblad, Connor McDavid, Sean Day, and Shane Wright have in common? Who are the original six of the PWHL? Who scored the fastest goal in the NHL? Find these answers to these questions -- and many more! -- along with the latest records and quirky hockey history. With cartoon illustrations and action photos, this all-new collection is a perfect recreational read for young fans of Canada''s greatest game.

An illustrated compilation of sarcastic, wise, witty and humorous quotes about NASCAR racing.

This celebration of the Chicago Blackhawks, one of the revered Original Six NHL teams, provides a detailed history from their beginnings in 1926 through their six Stanley Cup wins, as well as various ownership and home rink changes. This book features historic and contemporary images, and quick-reference infographic charts for statistics buffs.

One of the Original Six NHL teams, the Detroit Red Wings are revered for having 58 players inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, appearing numerous times in the playoffs, and winning four Stanley Cups. This book features historic and contemporary images, and quick-reference infographic charts for statistics buffs.

By the author of the bestselling Hockey Hall of Fame Book of True Stories. Everyone who follows popular sports has a question... to be answered, debated or confirmed. Sometimes the question promotes a whole new story that leads to another... The Mammoth Book of Hockey Trivia is loaded with hockey facts and history by its master documentor, Eric Zweig. This book has all that you''d expect and much more! Top scorers, great goaltenders, dominant defensemen, the origins of NHL "original six" teams and their forerunners, the expansion teams that changed the game to a faster style and the European players that changed how hockey is played at every level. And how great competitions between teams created "one year wonders," and how great dynasties were formed, won -- and lost. But there is more: Where did "Newsy" Lalonde get his nickname? When did Bobby Hull lose his hair and get a toupee? What was the showdown between Jacques Plante and his coach Toe Blake, that changed the face of goaltending? Were Mr Hockey and Mr Elbows the same player? Before he started a doughnut company who was the strongest player in the NHL? The Mammoth Book of Hockey Trivia is packed with history, statistics, quotes, funny stories and the heartbreak of losses and injuries... And almost every fact that what one could want to know about the teams, the players and the game. Each of the 400 pages has sidebars and fact-highlights in full color, to catch the eye and entertain the debater who wants quick facts. But there are also full histories of teams, players, coaches and reporters who were -- and are -- part of the universe of people who played the sport of professional hockey -- and have an interesting story to tell.

Like most Original Six teams, the Boston Bruins'' roster has been packed with league-leading players for 93 years. A fascinating read for fans of the team and the game, this book features historic and contemporary images, and quick-reference infographic charts for statistics buffs.

The Hockey Hall of Fame is full of the best to ever hit the ice. But the path to hockey greatness is not all jaw-dropping saves and game-winning goals. In Hockey Hall of Fame True Stories, hockey historian and writer Eric Zweig shares exciting tales and trivia even the most dedicated puck head might not know. This book is overflowing with behind the scenes yarns of some of history''s greatest scoring sprees and winning seasons, as well as thrilling accounts of the off-ice curiosities, tragedies and heroics. Just a few of the stories featured in this fully illustrated volume are: the Guy Lafleur kidnapping plot the gambling scandals of Harry Cameron and Babe Pratt Newsy Lalonde''s heroic home rescue the 1972 Montreal Canadien''s motel fire the time Cy Denneny fell down a well. Hockey Hall of Fame True Stories is for the fans who want to take a deeper look at the lives of the players they idolize. You know the stars, the scores, and the stats. But do you know the stories?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have proven that fans fuel the game. This vibrant book tells the story of the Leafs'' 100 years of colorful coaches, irascible owners, and bruised and beloved players. This book features historic and contemporary images, and quick-reference infographic charts for statistics buffs.

See below for English description. Savez-vous quel match de la LNH a duré le plus longtemps? Quel est le plus jeune joueur de la LNH à mettre la rondelle dans le filet à ce jour? Et qui était le plus vieux joueur à participer aux Jeux olympiques? L''expert Eric Zweig marque des points avec un autre ouvrage rempli d''infos, d''histoires et de faits amusants sur le hockey. Découvrez le comptable qui a joué un seul soir dans la LNH (et a gagné!), les débuts fulgurants de la mascotte Gritty et ce que le crottin de cheval et la technologie DEL ont en commun. Apprenez-en plus sur les ligues, comme celle dans laquelle jouent les Swamp Rabbits et celle dans laquelle Wayne Gretzky a commencé en tant que professionnel (indice : ce n''est pas la LNH!). Toute cette info est dans le livre avec les dernières statistiques, des photos et des bandes dessinées. Do you know about the longest-ever NHL game? The youngest NHL player to put the biscuit in the basket? The oldest Olympian? Hockey expert Eric Zweig scores with another volume of hockey facts, stories and fun. Read about the accountant who played in the NHL for one night only- and won!-and the viral debut of Gritty, plus find out what horse poop and LED technology have in common. Get the low-down on leagues, from where the Swamp Rabbits play to where Wayne Gretzky first played pro (hint, it''s not the NHL!). It''s all here, plus the latest stats and records, with photos and cartoons throughout. Original title: More Hockey Trivia for Kids

The sons of Icelandic immigrants and friends since boyhood, the Winnipeg Falcons were a superbly talented team of just eight players who brought home Canada''s first Olympic gold medal in hockey in 1920. But before they became world champions, the Falcons endured years of prejudice on and off the ice. Author and renowned hockey historian Eric Zweig brings to life the fascinating story of the little team that wouldn''t quit. Fry Reading Level - 4.6

This book celebrates the winningest team in the NHL, the Montreal Canadiens. Founded in 1909, the Habs claim a league-leading 24 Stanley Cup championships and 50 players in the Hockey Hall of Fame. A treat for hockey lovers and Habs fans, this book features historic and contemporary images, and quick-reference infographic charts for statistics buffs.

Updated to include the 2012-13 season and the 2014 Winter Olympics, this new edition of The Official NHL Hockey Treasures tells the history of the sport through hundreds of photographs and an exhaustively researched text. As always, it covers the great players and games, and scores with 30 awesome interactive facsimiles of hockey memorabilia! The artifacts include newspaper reports from the NHL''s first games, letters from the NHL''s President, player contracts, collectible hockey cards, and much more.

The teams! The trophies! The players! The mascots! . . . and more! Do you know about the longest-ever NHL game? The youngest NHL player to put the biscuit in the basket? The oldest Olympian? Hockey expert Eric Zweig scores with another volume of hockey facts, stories and fun. Read about the accountant who played in the NHL for one night only - and won! - and about the viral debut of Gritty. Find out what horse poop and LED technology have in common. Get the lowdown on leagues, from where the Swamp Rabbits play to where Wayne Gretzky first played pro (hint, it''s not the NHL!). It''s all here, plus the latest stats and records, with photos and illustrations throughout.

""Sir Wilfrid Laurer once said, "The life of Sir John A. Macdonald is the history of Canada." Find out what he meant in Sir John A. Macdonald: Canada''s First Prime Minister." "--Page 4 of cover.