The Franchise: Detroit Red Wings: A Curated History of Hockeytown Hardcover – October 29, 2024

Another superb book about the Red Wings by Helene St. James. Informative, incredibly interesting and well written. She is also not afraid to bring up a question I also have. How is her blunderingly incompetent brother (Bruce Norris) in the Hockey Hall of Fame and Stanley Cup winner Marguerite Norris isn’t?With all her excellent books and columns, here’s hoping one day Ms St. James is enshrined.

It’s a really great read, loaded with information from every decade. I loved reading about how everything started, and how the franchise grew and grew. Highly recommend.

I recently read "The Franchise: Detroit Red Wings: A Curated History of the Red Wings" by Helene St. James, and I can't recommend it highly enough! This book offers a unique and engaging journey through the history of one of hockey's most iconic teams.St. James goes beyond the well-known stories and delves into the lesser-known moments, decisions, and people that have shaped the Red Wings' legacy. The collection of essays is thoughtful and well-researched, providing a fresh perspective on the team's history.Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the world of hockey, this book is a treasure trove of information and anecdotes that will deepen your appreciation for the Red Wings. It's a perfect addition to any hockey fan's library.

This is a nice book but there are a several errors when referencing the dates that something happened. I can't say how many errors, but as my husband was reading it, I kept hearing him say they have this date wrong and he would explain why it couldn't have been the date listed in the book. So just don't quote the dates to anyone and enjoy the Red Wing history.

From cover to cover, “The Franchise” provides insights large and small about one of the NHL’s Original Six franchises. If you think you know everything about the Detroit Red Wings … well, Helene St. James’ book will prove that you do not. And you will appreciate that. She has a gift for storytelling and finding hidden gems. (She was only the second woman to be voted Michigan’s sportswriter of the year!) This book will be the perfect holiday gift for the Wings Nut on your list. Plus, the cover features the best use of a giant tentacle since Jules Verne’s “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.” Instead of stars, I’d give “The Franchise” eight tentacles.

Another slam dunk or whatever the hockey equivalent is from H. St. James - my favourite NHL writer.A solid read that brings back a lot of memories.

Fabulous stories going back to the very start of the team, before they even were the Wings. Love all the details and behind the scenes stuff. Really well written. Would make a great gift.

Oh the stories about an original 6 team with tremendous history. Hockey buffs and history buffs alike wil appreciate this tome.