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Chris Chelios: Made in America

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Chelios' contentious move to Detroit Red Wings in 1999 and his enduring impact on the franchise
A glimpse into Chris' upbringing in Chicago's South Side and San Diego
The foundation of Chris' entire NHL career: a fib and a brief phone call
Chris' ordeal with relentless French Canadian media scrutiny during his time with Montreal Canadiens
The abuse Chris faced from fans, both on and off the ice

An irreverent, raucous account of Chelios's life and 26 seasons in the NHL
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From being inducted to the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2013, to serving in an executive role on the Detroit Red Wings, and signing on to become an NHL analyst for Fox Sports 1, Chris Chelios has proven himself to be a man of many talents and here he tells his story. Drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 1981, Chelios enjoyed a long career in the NHL, playing for 26 seasons for the Canadiens as well as the Chicago Blackhawks and the Detroit Red Wings, two diehard hockey markets in which he has become a beloved figure. From the 1992 Stanley Cup final to the 2006 Winter Olympics team, Chelios shares his achievements on the ice while providing new information on his life off it to readers, making this autobiography a must-have not only for Chelios fans, but anyone who loves the game of hockey.