Don Cherry's Hockey Greats and More

by Don Cherry

Broadcasting icon and bestselling author Don Cherry is back to give us more of what we behind-the-scenes sports stories that are as colourful as his wardrobe.

For the last sixty years, Don Cherry has lived and breathed hockey. He has interviewed all of hockey's biggest names on Grapevine and "Coach's Corner," and he coached some of them too. But Don's interests span across all sports, and even beyond. In this unforgettable book, Don grants us unparalleled insider access to some of the most legendary athletes and figures of our time.

Follow Don to the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs and to the pitcher's mound at Rogers Centre (and learn how the Blue Jays' Josh Donaldson saved his neck). Jet back in time to meet Bobby Hull, Phil Esposito, Scotty Bowman, John Ferguson and other greats--up close and unfiltered. Discover Don's opinions on the toughest guys he ever played against, "hockey parents," the role of fighting in the game, and the Hall of Fame (and who should be in it). Learn about Don's friendship with Gord Downie--the incomparable late frontman of the Tragically Hip and a lifelong hockey fan.

This is Don Cherry in all his hilarious and frank glory, spinning his yarns with the best of them.

Genres: Sports, Hockey, Nonfiction

256 pages, Hardcover

Published October 23, 2018

Reviews

[Mike · Rating 2 out of 5]

Before I read this book, I thought Don Cherry was nothing more than an arrogant, know-it-all blowhard who thinks every story needs to be centered around him. Now, after reading this book, I know that he's also a terrible dog owner.

[Terry · Rating 1 out of 5]

Anything or anyone who condones violence in sport or other areas of life does not even deserve even one star. Clearly, this character is a sick, childish, and psychotic little puppy. WE are much better than this.

[Kevin Gallan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun read

[Bev · Rating 2 out of 5]

A quick read and it doesn't appear to be 'ghost written'. You get some of Don's coaching philosophy as well as his personal insights. An entertaining read

[Rob Mills · Rating 2 out of 5]

I got this as a gift and wasn't sure what to expect. It's a very very quick read (ok, I expected that) and really quite interesting. He tells a lot of stories about what hockey was like 'back in the day' and it was an eye opener for me, even though I thought I knew about hockey! He also sheds light on his personal life, including how he was a construction worker that got laid off and returned to coach hockey as a last hope. Not a lot of meat on the bones but a super quick read and some interesting stuff if you’re a hockey fan.