Bernie Federko: My Blues Note

by Bernie Federko, Jeremy Rutherford

Take a look in the St. Louis Blues' record books, and the name Bernie Federko is impossible to miss. A skilled, unselfish playmaker, Federko made those around him better; while his journey did lead him to the Hall of Fame, he is regarded by many as one of the most overlooked talents in hockey. In this volume, Federko reflects on his life on and off the ice. From his childhood in Foam Lake, Saskatchewan, to years in St. Louis playing with teammates like Brian Sutter and Mike Liut, and his recent years in the Blues' broadcasting booth, this is a refreshing chronicle of a legendary career.

Genres: Sports, Hockey, Nonfiction

320 pages, Hardcover

Published October 16, 2018

Reviews

[Whatname77 · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Bob Crawford · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Lunch-Pail Hockey Player Is A Hall-Of-Famer

Gosh, I feel old! Not only do I remember Bernie Federko’s NHL playing career, I recall the playing career of Gerry Ehman, the man who scouted him.
I loved playing hockey myself, even at what must have been North America’s lowest recreational level, because hockey players are family, from Gordie Howe to Wayne Gretzky to little kids on a frozen pond … to even me. It is a fraternity of brothers and now sisters.
And really, that is the story that Federko is telling in this book. Great literature, no. But a faithful and joyful recollection of those things all hockey players share, it is that.
If you love the game - 100 years ago, 50 years ago or now, you’ll enjoy this light easy read.

[Bob · Rating 4 out of 5]

I purchased this book last October, and had it signed by the co-authors. I only was able to get around to this book in recent weeks, and I am so glad that I did. A very interesting story of Bernie Federko's life and hockey career. It's honest, down to earth, and a bit funny at times--just like the man. This is a great read that I recommend to all hockey fans in general and St. Louis Blues fans in particular.

[Trae Mitten · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very open, honest autobiography that provides insight into perhaps the greatest Blue ever. Bernie is very transparent in the text, at times seeming humble, while at others petulent and resentful. These are true feelings everyone feels in different situations, and lends a sense of true credibility to the book. I loved watching Bernie as a player, and continue to enjoy him as a broadcaster and ambassador of the Blues.

[Troy Treasure · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bernie and Jeremy wrote a tremendous book. Bernie is very candid, blunt, which makes it a good read. My greatest disappointment is the dispute between Bernie and Brian Sutter, of which I hope some day will be resolved. If you're a St. Louis Blues' fan, this is a must!

[Mark Stephens · Rating 4 out of 5]

A wonderful heart felt autobiography of one of the greatest, and probably most Unappreciated, player to ever wear the Blue Note. From Foam Lake to the NHL, quite a journey for a true gentleman of the great sport of Hockey!

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story of the Blues of the 80’s. Reminders of all the ups and downs of the team. Bernie shares a very honest confession of the people and events that played a role in the teams success and failures. Love the ending!

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wouldn’t recommend this to non-hockey fans on literary merit, but Bernie was my favorite player when I first got into hockey in the 80s, so learning more about his life was worthwhile for me.

[Rob · Rating 5 out of 5]

My Blues Notr

This is n outstanding book. A lot of great stories from a St Louis treasure. A must read for all Blues Fans.

[Eric Byers · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good read for fans of the St. Louis Blues or just hockey in general.

[Lucas Arens · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m a little biased being born and raised in St. Louis as a Blues fan, but I loved this one. Truly an honest book written from the perspective of one of the all time greats.

[Kristine · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would have given this book 4 stars if it weren't riddled with typos.

[Danelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good book if you want to gain insights into the world of hockey back in the day...

[Howie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed the read and the insight from Bernie Federko. Hockey stories told by the players from their time in the game never gets old. well done.

[Frank Murtaugh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really fun trip back to my early days as a hockey fan, a time when Bernie Federko was my Wayne Gretzky. (And Federko, not the Great One, became the first player to accumulate 50 assists in 10 straight seasons.) Simply told, with the author's heart on every page, it's a great book for anyone remotely interested in the St. Louis Blues. Not many men get the statue treatment. Federko shares his remarkable life story, and paints a picture of why there is, in fact, a statue of #24 outside the Blues' arena.