IN THE MEDIA

 

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A CENTURY OF NHL MEMORIES

Griffintown Media was honoured to present A Century of NHL Memories to our Prime Minister.

Photo with the Prime Minister (December 20, 2017)

 

 

ARTICLES

 

THE HALL

The Hall is a visually stunning, historically magnificent book that pays a fitting tribute to the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Stuart Nulman, The Montreal Times - Page 7 (September 22, 2018)

 

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A CENTURY OF NHL MEMORIES

Celebrate the NHL Centennial with the top 100 hockey books.

Booknet Canada (January 23, 2018)

 

These rare photos — many of which are in black and white — add depth and perspective for those who love the game that you simply cannot get on your wide-screen TV.

Paul Samyn, The Winnipeg Free Press (December 16, 2017)

 

A Century of NHL Memories is a book that is a must-have for any hockey fan.

The Montreal Times - Page 14 (December 9, 2017)

 

 Six amazing archival photos of the Toronto Maple Leafs over the past 100 years.

Toronto Life (November 17, 2017)

 

Post-game cigarettes, Bill Barilko’s last goal: Book of unearthed photos shows 100 NHL seasons in their purest form.

National Post (October 5, 2017)

 

 

BOOK REVIEWS

 

THE HALL

“There is no better tour guide than Shea...”

Deck the Shelves with these Hockey Books Toronto Sun (December 19, 2018)

 

“The Hall of Fame's new Book, The Hall, is absolutely incredible. I love that the museum’s released a very balanced and complex view of their own history, recognizing the grand successes as well as the multiple challenges that they encountered over the years.

 

I was really happy to see insightful acknowledgements of the transition from Kingston to Toronto, recognition of Ted Lindsay's refusal to attend in 1966, and dwelling on that numerous selections have been contested and debated (Busher Jackson and Doug Harvey, for example).

 

I was most impressed that so much space was dedicated to Alan Eagleson and Gil Stein. Having read through numerous official Hall of Fame literature, I know what a tough and difficult era both of those situations both the Hall into. I was glad that these issues were not only addressed, but that Kevin Shea connected these struggles to forcing changes and adaptations that have led to the autonomy and success that the Hall of Fame now enjoys.

One of my favourite aspects of the book was the chronological listing of Honoured Members in the back, and especially the use of their image from their glass panels. It is an extremely classy and clean ending to such an elegant book.

 

I truly believe it is the most iconic and extensive book ever released by the Hockey Hall of Fame.”

Jeffrey Griffith, Doctoral Candidate  (September 24, 2018)

 

“The book is more than just stunning photos of hockey’s most famous museum”

Jared Book, Habs Eyes on the Prize (September 14, 2018)

 

“Since its inception, the Hockey Hall of Fame’s treasures have served as the unsung heroes to hockey historians and been the stars of countless hockey books, films, special projects and celebrations. Now, upon the 75th anniversary of the institution loved by hockey participants and fans everywhere, it is most fitting that the great celebrator of hockey rightly becomes celebrated itself in its own glorious book. The Hall took me back to my first visit to the Hall at the old CNE grounds as a child, filled in the story for me about how that first wondrous hockey shrine came to be, and artfully chronicled the amazing journey it has taken to its current stature – physically at Young and Front streets in Toronto and spiritually in the collective hearts of the hockey world.”

Jason Farris, accomplished hockey researcher, publisher, and team executive who has been a long-time collaborator with, and supporter of, the Hockey Hall of Fame. (August 31, 2018)

 

“The book is billed as “A stunning hardcover book that features dramatic and compelling imagery and uncovers the fascinating history of the Hockey Hall of Fame.” It is rare that anything lives up to that type of hype, but this book truly does.”

Joe Pelletier, GreatestHockeyLegends.com (August 15, 2018)

 

“As to be expected from Kevin Shea and the Hockey Hall of Fame, it’s magnificent, a fabulous tribute to all that makes hockey’s shrine a many-times must-visit.”

Dave Stubbs, National Hockey League columnist and historian (August 3, 2018)

 

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“One of five hockey books from the 2017-18 season that are well worth the read!”

Sports Collectors Digest (November 2, 2018)

 

“Every turn of the page is like uncovering a new mystery and the actual feel and design of the book is first rate.”

Jared Book, Habs Eyes on the Prize (January 11, 2018)

 

“Photo geeks (and I mean that in a loving way) will love this book and its attention to detail.”

Greg Oliver, SIHR (November 1, 2017)

 

“Phenomenal photography and crisp commentary make A Century of NHL Memories simply a sensational book!”

Kevin Shea, Hockey historian and author (November 2, 2017)

 

“As the NHL’s centennial year is coming to a close, yet another celebratory book is hitting the stores shelves. This may be the best one yet.”

Joe Pelletier’s Hockey Book Reviews.com (October 5, 2017)

 

“Magnificent, a beautiful walk through some remarkable hockey history.”

Dave Stubbs, National Hockey League columnist and historian (September 27, 2017)

 

 

INTERVIEWS

 

THE HALL

Hockey historian and author Kevin Shea joins Rusty to discuss his new book and The Hockey Hall Of Fame.

Rusty Thomson, AM 800 Windsor (November 15, 2018)

 

Kevin Shea authors the new book about Canada’s Hockey Hall of Fame, The Hall

The morning Show Kingston (October 25, 2018)

 

The Hall – new book commemorates 75 years of the HHOF. Kevin Shea talks with TML Fans Maple Leafs News and Views.

TML Fans - Maple Leaf News and Views (October 24, 2018)

 

Kevin Shea talks to John Maciel about the National Treasure Series.

John Maciel of CKWR Radio (October 8, 2018)

 

Celebrating the Hockey Hall of Fame. Author Kevin Shea on his new book The Hall

Global National TV (September 17, 2018)

 

Kevin Shea, Author of The Hall – Celebrating Hockey’s Heritage Heroes and Home

Lisa and Ken of The Morning Show (September 14, 2018)

 

CJAD Andrew Carter Morning Show (September 12, 2018)

 

Kevin Shea’s 18th book is a rich story of the Hockey Hall of Fame, from its founding to its evolution as one of the top sports halls in the world.

CBC Radio Fresh Air, with Nana Aba Duncan (September 8, 2018)

 

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Featured on Global News Morning as the perfect tabletop gift!

Global News Morning (December 20, 2017)

 

Phil Pritchard talks about his favourite photos from A Century of NHL Memories.

Interview with Sam Maciag and Warren Woods, CJME Morning Show (November 2, 2017)

 

Watch The Hockey Hall of Fame’s Phil Pritchard, Keeper of the Cup, on Global News Morning for a sneak peek at the rare photos in A Century of NHL Memories!

Global Morning TV (October 31, 2017)

 

The Keeper of the Cup, Phil Pritchard, talks about A Century of NHL Memories and shares a few stories about life on the road with the Stanley Cup.

Sirius XM Radio Canada Talks (October 31, 2017)

 

The Keeper of the Cup, Phil Pritchard, talks about A Century of NHL Memories and gives some insight into the photo selection process.

Sirius XM Radio NHL (October 31, 2017)

 

Phil Pritchard, vice-president and curator of the Hall of Fame’s Resource Centre joins the John Oakley Show to talk about the extraordinary photo collection featured in A Century of NHL Memories.

John Oakley AM 640 (October 31, 2017)

 

Author Jim Hynes talks about A Century Of NHL Memories and reminisces about some of the hidden gems of photographs from the Hockey Hall Of Fame.

The Stuph File with Peter Anthony Holder – Show #0425 (October 3, 2017)

 

Author Jim Hynes talks about the “time-capsule” feel of the photos in A Century of NHL Memories.

“Many of the photos in the book deserve to be framed in a museum”

CKWR Radio – Interview with John Maciel (October 17, 2017)