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The Night that Saved Hockey: The Montreal Canadiens, the Red Army, and the Cold War on Ice

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The Greatest Game: The Montreal Canadiens, the Red Army, and the Night That Saved Hockey

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By Roy MacGregor

In the midst of the Cold War, when tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union were at their peak, the Montreal Canadiens and the Red Army hockey teams faced off in a series of eight exhibition games that would forever change the course of hockey history.

The Canadians were the reigning Stanley Cup champions, while the Red Army was the most dominant team in the world, having won the last four World Championships. The series was billed as a clash of ideologies, with the Canadiens representing the free world and the Red Army representing the communist bloc.

The games were played in front of sold-out crowds in Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vancouver. The atmosphere was electric, with fans from both sides cheering on their teams with equal fervor. The games were also broadcast live on television, reaching millions of viewers around the world.

The series was a back-and-forth affair, with each team winning four games. The Canadians won the first two games in Montreal, but the Red Army came back to win the next two games in Toronto. The series then moved to Winnipeg, where the Canadians won the fifth game. The Red Army won the sixth game in Vancouver, and the series returned to Montreal for the final two games.

The seventh game was a nail-biter, with the Canadians winning 4-3 in overtime. The eighth and final game was even more dramatic, with the Canadians winning 5-3 in triple overtime. The Canadians' victory was a major upset, and it sent shock waves throughout the hockey world.

The Summit Series was a turning point in hockey history. It was the first time that a professional team from the West had played against a professional team from the East. The series also helped to break down the barriers between the two countries, and it paved the way for future cooperation in hockey.

Roy MacGregor's book, The Night that Saved Hockey, is a thrilling and insightful account of the Summit Series. MacGregor draws on interviews with players, coaches, and fans from both sides to tell the story of this historic event. The book is a must-read for any hockey fan.

Reviews

"The Night that Saved Hockey is a masterpiece of sports writing. MacGregor tells the story of the Summit Series in vivid detail, capturing the drama and excitement of one of the most important events in hockey history." - The Globe and Mail

"MacGregor's book is a must-read for any hockey fan. It is a well-written and informative account of the Summit Series, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of professional hockey." - The Hockey News

"The Night that Saved Hockey is a triumph. MacGregor has written a book that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the history of hockey." - The New York Times

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