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Birth of a Dynasty

The 1980 New York Islanders

Alan Hahn

"Birth of a Dynasty" tells the story of how a team once considered the laughingstock of the National Hockey League rose to become champions in just eight years after being an expansion franchise. Despite playoff failures, the New York Islanders overcame past struggles to secure their first-ever appearance in the Stanley Cup Finals, where they battled against two-time champions, the Philadelphia Flyers. This intense showdown demonstrated the promise and struggles of the Islanders, until Bob Nystrom made history with an unforgettable overtime goal. This moment marked the birth of a legendary dynasty and the start of a four-year championship streak. Experience the story of how it all came together, felt like to be there, and the lasting impact on Long Island's community.
Publish Date
2004-11-01T00:00:00.000Z
2004-11-01T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.02
ISBN
9781683581659
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