Hockey S G O A T

Get to know the top ten hockey players of all time! Readers will explore exciting stats and learn about some of the most celebrated athletes in the history of the sport.

Get to know the top ten hockey players of all time! Readers will explore exciting stats and learn about some of the most celebrated athletes in the history of the sport.

Hockey history is filled with larger-than-life icons from its early years through the modern game. This title explores the achievements of hockey's greats, their seemingly unbreakable records, greatest triumphs, and the pioneering efforts of women to grow the sport into a game truly for everyone. The title features exciting stories, engaging photographs, informative sidebars, honorable mentions, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

In 2019, the Tampa Bay Lightning tied the 1976–1977 Montreal Canadiens for most wins in a season. Which teams are the greatest of all time? Compare their stats and greatest moments and decide for yourself.

"How do you pick hockey's GOATs? Wayne Gretzky and Hayley Wickenheiser get a lot of praise. But is Dominik Haések the greatest goalie? And what about the constant Stanley Cup winners the Montreal Canadiens? It comes down to stats, history, and hunches. Read more about some of the legends of hockey and see if you agree that they're the greatest of all time"--

Hockey has long been one of most prominent sports in North America. Since its rise in popularity in the twentieth century, many have asked: who is the greatest hockey player of all time? From National Hockey League legends like Wayne Gretzky to modern-day stars like Sidney Crosby, Alexander Ovechkin, and Connor McDavid, many players have written their name into the record books. Whether by goals scored or championships won, each has made their case on the ice. In this engaging and unique volume, the argument is made using math and statistical analysis to answer the age-old questions of greatness.

Whack! When the blade strikes the puck, it's prime time on the ice. From sizzling slap shots to brilliant backhands, experience the wickedest goals from hockey's biggest superstars. These sensational shots were so hot, they practically set the ice on fire!

"How do you pick hockey's GOATs? Wayne Gretzky and Hayley Wickenheiser get a lot of praise. But is Dominik Hašek the greatest goalie? And what about the constant Stanley Cup winners the Montreal Canadiens? It comes down to stats, history, and hunches. Read more about some of the legends of hockey and see if you agree that they're the greatest of all time"--