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HarperCollins, 2020. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. As New/New. Color & B&W era photo section. CONDITION: What makes this book "as new" - a short remainder mark bottom edges. UNREAD, but not quite perfect, 2020 HarperCollins hardcover (red boards) & dust jacket, first edition, first printing. Color & B&W era photo section. CONTENT: JOE MURPHY HAD IT ALL. In 1986, he became the first college-educated hockey player selected first overall in the NHL entry draft. He won a Stanley Cup in Edmonton four years later. But since then, his life has taken a tragic turn, largely due to the untreated brain injuries he suffered as a player. Murphy's life didn't begin on a track that would lead to homelessness. He was smart, dedicated to hockey and was a key player for the Oilers, Red Wings and Blackhawks, among other teams. But one vicious body check changed his life forever. Despite being shaken by the hit, Murphy was cleared to return to the game. Soon after, his entire life seemed to change. Murphy became a… Read More