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Name: Don't call me goon
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)
Author: Greg Oliver

Don’t Call Me Goon offers a glimpse into the lives of some of the NHL’s most rugged players. Drawing on the sport’s history and the attitudes that have fueled on‑ice aggression, the book profiles athletes whose actions—both celebrated and controversial—have left lasting impressions on hockey culture. By exploring themes of violence in sports and the broader social context surrounding these players, it provides insight into the complex relationship between competition, media portrayals, and the league’s evolving code of conduct.

First publish date: 2013

Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography

Authors: Greg Oliver

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