Hockey for Dummies?

"If you're a fan, you'll want this book. If you're not a fan yet, Hockey For Dummies will turn you into one." —Mark Messier, NHL All-Star "My dog, Blue, and I loved it. We give it two paws up!" — Don Cherry, Former NHL Coach and Coaches Corner Commentator for Hockey Night in Canada "J. D.'s insight and sense of humor give die-hard fans and newcomers to the sport the inside edge!" — Scotty Bowman, NHL's Winningest Coach and Coach of the Detroit Red Wings®, 1997 Stanley Cup® Champions "A must read for all hockey fans!" —John Vanbiesbrouck, Goaltender, Florida Panthers Free Issue of NHL PowerPlay® — the Official Magazine of the Players and Teams of the NHL! An Official Publication of the NHL® Hit the rink with Hockey For Dummies® and you'll discover how to: Understand the basics from the players and their positions to the penalties and checks Polish your hockey skills — from skating and shooting to passing and scoring "Talk the talk" — from hooking and icing to power plays and hat tricks Buy the best and safest equipment — from pads and pucks to sticks and skates Get into "hockey shape" with expert tips on diet, exercise, and conditioning Play and practice hockey year-round — in any climate — with popular in-line skates Catch all the great plays whether you're watching on TV or from the stands Get your kids involved in hockey through youth leagues and organizations