Former nhl star wayne gretzky has penned a new book, 99. From minorhockey phenomenon to hall of fame sensation, wayne gretzky rewrote the record books, his accomplishments becoming the stuff of. The same rich soils that produce our exceptional grapes also provide the grains for our whisky. Wayne gretzkys toronto 99 blue jays way, toronto, on 647 6976468 facebook twitter instagram tripadvisor tb dine. The book 99 stories of the game by wayne gretzky and kirstie mclellan is a lengthy book full of tremendous stories that have helped shape the game of hockey that is played today. Born in brantford, ontario, on january 26, 1961, in a nation obsessed with the sport, he threw himself into the. Born in brantford, ontario in 1961, wayne gretzky learned to skate on a rink his father walter built in the familys backyard. He played 20 seasons in the national hockey league nhl for four teams from 1979 to 1999. Cowritten with author kirstie mclellan day, the book details the first 99 years of the national hockey leagues. My life in pictures traces the great ones career from playing in his fathers. Gretzkys number was, of course, 99 during his playing days, but the current 201617 season is also the 99th. Born in brantford, ontario, on january 26, 1961, in a nation obsessed with the sport, he threw himself into the game practically from the time he first laced up a pair of skates. Stories of the game by wayne gretzky, hardcover barnes. Stories of the game, book by wayne gretzky hardcover.
Practicing for hours on end, it was here that a young gretzky developed the skating, shooting and stickhandling techniques that appeared instinctive to so many over the course of his career. Wayne gretzky, in full wayne douglas gretzky, byname the great one, born january 26, 1961, brantford, ontario, canada, canadian icehockey player who was considered by many to be the greatest player in the history of the national hockey league nhl gretzky began skating at age two and a half and was first taught hockey by his father. The latest is a book, written by the hockey legend. Hockey superstar wayne gretzkys long career saw him establish astonishing statistical marks and win four stanley cup titles. Gretzky became a minority owner of the nhls phoenix coyotes in 2000, and he was named the coyotes head. Now, to mark the nhls ninetyninth anniversary, wayne gretzky has written the story of our game. Stories of the game, nhl alltime scoring leader discusses evolution of equipment, greatness of howie morenz. Nhl 19 introduces limited 99 edition featuring wayne gretzky. Stories of the game by wayne gretzky biography book hardcover hardback new 99. Stories of the game, a rare glimpse into how the mind of the great one works. Gretzky may be somewhat of a playerhistorian, but many of the stories in 99 are perhaps assisted by his coauthor, kirstie mclellan day, who has worked on. No one has been as close to the game as wayne gretzky. His career totals include 2,857 points and 894 goals. Wayne gretzkys greatest season came in 198687 sports.
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Wayne gretzky is putting his own story on ice to reflect on the history of the game. The title of this book is 99 and it was written by wayne gretzky, kirstie mclellan day. About 99 gretzkys story learn how determination, creativity, and an unrelenting passion for the game transformed a regular kid from brantford, ontario into one of the worlds greatest athletes. Wayne gretzky on hockey history, dreaming big and canadian. The publicity blurb for wayne gretzkys new book, 99. Nhl insider wayne gretzky talks sticks in new book in excerpt from 99. Dec 09, 2016 the publicity blurb for wayne gretzkys new book, 99. Stories of the game by by wayne gretzky with kirstie. Wayne gretzky s toronto 99 blue jays way, toronto, on 647 6976468 facebook twitter instagram tripadvisor tb dine. Wayne gretzky has 19 books on goodreads with 8588 ratings. What didnt you like about mike chamberlains performance. As a player, wayne took what was familiar, but never failed to put his unique stamp on things.
Many favourite moments have wayne gretzky at their centre. Gretzky retired from professional play after the 199899 season and was inducted into the hockey hall of fame in 1999. Stories of the game audiobook wayne gretzky audible. Born in brantford, ontario, on january 26, 1961, in a nation obsessed with the sport, he threw himself into the game practically from. Nicknamed the great one, he has been called the greatest hockey player ever by many sportswriters, players. Now, to mark the nhls 99th anniversary, wayne gretzky has written the story of our game. A product of brantford, ontario, wayne gretzky was born in january 26, 1961. Who was by herman, gail and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Stories of the game, posits that the single most dominant athlete in north american sports is arguably the best hockey player of all time. Even the casual hockey fan knows the name and the legend of wayne gretzky and its hard to separate the person from his reputation as the great one. In the process of becoming a legend of the nhl, gretzky wore number 99, which he chose in honor of the great howe, who wore number 9 in forging his own legend and who in many ways seems to be the inspiration for this book, which provides a morethanserviceable history of the not coincidentally 99year history of the nhl and its players. The nhl retired his jersey number 99 after his final game.
Stories of the game the great one delivers a personal history of the national hockey leaguegretzkys sense of his sports history rings clearly throughout these pages, as if he is the tour guide of a museum in which he also has created some of the best artthis enjoyable book provides an overview that will educate longtime fans and relative newcomers alike. The latest is a book, written by the hockey legend alongside author kirstie mclellan day. Oct 18, 2016 hockey legend wayne gretzky discusses his new book 99 stories of the game. Wayne gretzkys sports bar and restaurant offers an extensive selection of delicious food, refreshing drinks and a great view of the big game. Wayne gretzky writes hockeys history in 99 the globe. Wayne gretzky, the great one, will be signing copies of 99. Stories of the game, gretzky looks back on the last ninetynine years and tells us, from his point of view, about the nhls most memorable moments. For the national hockey leagues 99th season, gretzky number 99, its greatest player ever, offers a look at back at some of hockeys pivotal. See all books authored by wayne gretzky, including gretzky, an autobiography, and 99. Wayne gretzky was playing and excelling in the game of hockey with players twice his age and height. Wayne gretzky on hockey history, dreaming big and canadian pride the ice hockey legend marks the 99th anniversary of the nhl with his new. Wayne gretzkys personal stories of conversations on the ice, friendships and rivalries, and the process of being an nhl great, were the best part of the book. Wayne gretzky books list of books by author wayne gretzky. Gretzky wrote the book with day coauthor, with marty mcsorley.
Stories of the game, posits that the single most dominant athlete in north american. Stories of the game by wayne gretzky and kirstie mclellan day 2016, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. We take this ethos seriously and brew a beer thats not content with just being traditional or expected. About who is wayne gretzky after breaking or tying more than sixty records in hockey, its no wonder that wayne gretzky is known as the great one. Perhaps the most remarkable story of all is the books premise, that gretzky could possibly know all this history. The book 99 stories of the game is cowritten by nhl hall of. Stories of the game is not an autobiography of wayne gretzky, but rather various hockey stories that include pieces of history coupled with highlights of his great career.
The great one weaves memories of his legendary career with an inside look at the sport of professional hockey, and the heroes and stories that inspired him. Wayne gretzky himself gives a look at hockey history through his eyes in his book 99. Made from ageold distilling practices and finished in red wine casks from the gretzky winery, this is whisky that honours tradition while adding a touch of delicious innovation. Oct 18, 2016 wayne gretzky, nicknamed the great one, is considered by many to be the greatest hockey player ever. In it, he details the moments that moved him the most. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
By age 6 he was playing as an allstar in novice hockey. He is the leading scorer in nhl history, and is the only nhl player to total more than two hundred points in one seasona feat he accomplished four times. A look back over 99 years of nhl history, but with practical takeaways with the storiescolor gretzky shares. Dubbed the great one, he is considered by many to be the greatest hockey player who ever lived. Dubbed the great one, he is considered by many to be the greatest hockey player. An exclusive excerpt from wayne gretzkys new book, 99. Wayne gretzky s most popular book is playing with fire. Oct 26, 2016 wayne gretzky on hockey history, dreaming big and canadian pride the ice hockey legend marks the 99th anniversary of the nhl with his new book 99. Stories of the game, the great one gives us a widelens journey through hockey history.
Gretzky s wellknown love for the game and respect for its history are evident in his narration. No one has seen more of the game than he has but he has never discussed in depth just what it was he saw. Its hardly a rarity that a piece of hockey history revolves around the great one. After breaking or tying more than sixty records in hockey, its no wonder that wayne gretzky is known as the great one. Wayne gretzky craft brewing is a modern brewhouse making innovative versions of approachable styles. When he first laced up skates in the nhl, he changed the league. This is life out loud, a new series from the players tribune, where athletes go deep into their vaults to share memories of long forgotten moments from their lives. Legends of hockey induction showcase wayne gretzky.
Nhl 19 introduces limited 99 edition featuring wayne. Putnams sons and has a total of 416 pages in the book. My life in pictures traces the great ones career from playing in his fathers backyard rink in brantford. Stories of the game by wayne gretzky, kirstie mclellan. Gretzky joins guest host candy palmater in studio to talk. Stories of the game at the following locations during october. The publicity blurb for wayne gretzky s new book, 99.
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