Toronto and the Maple Leafs: A City and Its Team

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Toronto and the Maple Leafs: A City and Its Team
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Lance Hornby
Foreword by Ron Ellis
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:240
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
Category/GenreSports and outdoor recreation
Ice hockey
ISBN/Barcode 9781770413627
ClassificationsDewey:796.96264097
Audience
General
Illustrations black & white illustrations

Publishing Details

Publisher ECW Press,Canada
Imprint ECW Press,Canada
Publication Date 3 October 2017
Publication Country Canada

Description

As the Leafs enter their centennial season, they retain an intangible grip on more fans than perhaps any pro-sports franchise in Canada. Explore how the city and the team have shaped and influenced each other -- from "This Day in Leaf History" columnist Lance Hornby.

Author Biography

Lance Hornby has covered the Maple Leafs and the NHL for the Toronto Sun and Postmedia since 1986. Ron Ellis played for the Toronto Maple Leafs for 16 seasons, was a member of the team's last Cup-winning squad in 1967, and took part in the 1972 Summit Series. Both live in Toronto, Ontario.

Reviews

"Lance Hornby has covered the Leafs and the NHL for the Toronto Sun for 30 years, and draws on his storehouse of knowledge to present a lively collection of anecdotes, history and memorable characters, whether owners, players or fans." -- Toronto Star