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Description
This book is a biography of Peter Forsberg, a Swedish hockey player who became known for scoring the gold medal winning goal in the 1994 Winter Olympics. The story follows his career from playing in Sweden to joining the NHL, where he played for the Quebec Nordiques and later the Colorado Avalanche. Written for middle grade readers, the book details his achievements in professional hockey and his contributions to Team Sweden.
Quick Summary
This biography follows the Swedish hockey legend whose golden goal lifted his team to Olympic glory and whose lightning-fast moves made him a fan favorite in the NHL. Readers will cheer as they discover how Forsberg overcame early challenges to become one of the toughest players on the ice, complete with stats, career highlights, and the stories behind his legendary assists and goals. If your kid loves sports biographies like "Who Is Wayne Gretzky?" or dreams of hockey greatness, this fast-paced read delivers the same thrilling underdog energy. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 7 who enjoy sports, biographies, or anything with plenty of action and competition.