The Golden Jet

When Bobby Hull gathered the puck to begin one of his electrifying sprints toward the opposing goalie, those lucky enough to secure seats jumped out of them in a frenzy of excitement, joining thousands of others in standing-room-only that flocked to watch one of the most charismatic athletes in sports history. The Golden Jet, as Hull was affectionately known, was among the most popular superstars ever to perform in the world's fastest sport, and his winning smile continues to make him an endearing and enduring figure.

Bobby Hull Shares Tales With Blackhawks Fans
Bobby Hull gives Chicago sports fans another reason to cheer this month as the former Blackhawks legend will be signing copies of his book THE GOLDEN JET throughout the Chicagoland area. Hull has scheduled several book signings before the Chicago Blackhawks begin defending their Stanley Cup championship. A list of all of Hull's upcoming appearances and more information about his book are available on the official page for THE GOLDEN JET.

The Golden Jet

THE GOLDEN JET:

A Spectacular Career in Stunning Photographs

By Bobby Hull with Bob Verdi

 

Contact: Bill Ames, Triumph Books, 312.252.1248, b.ames@triumphbooks.com

 

The name Bobby Hull is synonymous with greatness when it comes to hockey in Chicago and throughout the NHL.  One of the most charismatic and electrifying athletes of his or any era, Hull thrilled fans with his unique combination of speed, skill, and grace.  Along the way, he became known as the finest left wing in hockey history and is still widely regarded to be the best ever.

 

Hull now has his electrifying career highlighted in the new book The Golden Jet: A Spectacular Career in Stunning Photographs, where he traces his life and career from his days as a youngster learning to skate on the Bay of Quinte to his current role as a Blackhawks ambassador.  Throughout the book, beautiful photos reflect on Hull's greatest moments, including:

 

• Amassing a team-record 604 career goals
• Collecting three Art Ross trophies as the league's leading scorer
• Earning hockey's ultimate prize in 1961: Lord Stanley's Cup and a championship ring
• Behind the scenes in one of the most prominent hockey families in the sport
• Being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1983

 

Featuring hundreds of rare, full-color photos from his personal archive and accompanying text from legendary Chicago sports columnist and Blackhawks team historian Bob Verdi, The Golden Jet gives Hull's millions of fans a never-before-seen glimpse into the life of this hockey icon. Bringing the pictures to life is an exclusive commemorative DVD, which includes highlights, interviews, and behind-the-scenes clips from the Blackhawks' video library. 

 

A must-have keepsake for Blackhawks fans of all ages, The Golden Jet is a rare opportunity to celebrate the life of the greatest hockey player in Chicago's history.

 

About the Authors:

Bobby Hull is generally regarded as the greatest left wing in the history of hockey. During his illustrious 15-year Chicago Blackhawks career, he scored 604 goals-the most in team history-and led the 1960-61 squad to the Stanley Cup. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1983.

 

Bob Verdi is the Chicago Blackhawks' team historian and has covered sports for five decades, including more than 40 years as a columnist and contributor for the Chicago Tribune. He authored Chicago Blackhawks: Seventy-Five Years in 2001.

 

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