In Loving Memory: A Tribute to Tim Horton

by Tim Griggs, Lori Horton

Tracing the life and career of the legendary NHL defenseman, from his humble beginnings in small-town northern Ontario and a Calder Cup championship with the AHL Pittsburgh Hornets to four Stanley Cups with the Toronto Maple Leafs and a distinguished late career with the expansion Buffalo Sabres, this biography reveals the legacy of love, respect, and goodwill left by Tim Horton. With dozens of vintage photos of Tim-on the ice, in the locker room, and at home with his family-as well as rare memorabilia, letters, and documents, this book offers hockey enthusiasts and sports fans alike a look at a truly gifted athlete.

Genres: Hockey

201 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997

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[Andrew · Rating 4 out of 5]

Please note the title – it's important in forming an accurate opinion of the book. It is not called “An Unbiased Opinion of a Former Hockey Great”. Lori Horton talks about her husband – especially his off-ice / family side. It admits that a generally great guy also had his warts – we all do – but it glosses over them. A lot of the photos are family snapshots, showing a side of Tim Horton that other biographers overlook. Others are newspaper clippings from the family file – the words are hard to read, but the pictures are ones that are rarely seen since their original publication.

I'd read some bad reviews before picking up this book, and came in with trepidation. The book is not perfect, but if you're looking for a glimpse of Tim Horton that states what it plans to deliver and then follows through with it, this book fulfills its promises.