Adrian Dater Livres

In Blood Feud , Colorado Avalanche beat writer Adrian Dater not only submits that the Red Wings-Avalanche rivalry was the most feverish match-up in recent years, but also that there was none better played. No fewer than twenty players have or will eventually make it to the Hall of Fame; the best scorers were matched up against the best goalies; brilliant coaches could be found on both benches; and two of the league's smartest general managers ruthlessly tried to one-up each other at every NHL trade deadline. Blood Feud is a rollicking story of a fierce, and often violent, rivalry.

Focusing on Patrick Roy's inaugural season as the Colorado Avalanche's head coach, this book offers an insightful analysis of the team's unexpected performance during the 2013-14 NHL season. It highlights Joe Sakic's pivotal role in Roy's hiring and examines the dynamics of the franchise through the lens of experienced sportswriters Terry Frei and Adrian Dater. Combining opinionated commentary with in-depth reporting, the narrative captures the excitement and challenges faced by the Avalanche during a transformative year.