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Hit the ice in the NHL for the first time with over 300 hockey starsFrom Hall of Famers to lesser-known players, every one of the more than 7,700 NHLers skated in a first game. Many of these debuts are noteworthy because of a record that is plain amazing (Al Hills five points), a record most dubious (David Kocis 42 penalty minutes), or an achievement never likely to be replicated (Larry Hillman gets his name on the Stanley Cup after just one shift). Prolific sports writer Andrew Podniekss comprehensive new book features more than 300 spectacular debuts, from 1917 to 2019, and hones in on great achievements and amazing exploits culled from each players first night of NHL stardom. Pitch book to our extensive list of hockey websites, columnists, and forums. Pitch excerpts and exclusive photos to major media outlets, tailoring press releases to focus on stars in specific cities. Pitch reviews, mentions, and interviews to hockey radio and podcasts.Pitch for inclusion in holiday gift guides. Short DescriptionBestselling author of Fast Ice, Andrew Podnieks, returns with more than 300 spectacular NHL debuts that span history, honing in on the amazing exploits and great achievements from every players first night on the NHL ice.Sales and Market BulletsAndrew Podnieks is the author of more than 100 sports books and an expert in NHL history.Profiles luckiest goalie debuts, most penalties in a debut game, and even Christmas Day debut games.Features well-known stars such as Sidney Crosby, Patrick Roy, and Alexander Ovechkin.AudienceSports historians.Hockey fans no matter what team they cheer for, as more than 300 stars are represented in the book