Slap Shot Lauderdale Knights

The Slap Shot Lauderdale Knights are a fictional minor league hockey team from the 1977 film Slap Shot. The team is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and plays in the fictional Eastern Hockey League. The Knights are known for their rough-and-tumble style of play and their colorful characters.

Slap Shot (Lauderdale Knights Book 1)

by Kat Mizera

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
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The Team

The Knights are a ragtag group of misfits and underachievers. The team's captain is Reg Dunlop (Paul Newman),a washed-up former NHL player who is now trying to make a living in the minors. Dunlop is a hard-drinking, chain-smoking womanizer who is constantly getting into trouble. However, he is also a natural leader and a skilled hockey player.

The Knights' other players include:

• Dave "Killer" Carlson (Dave Hanson): A 6'5", 230-pound enforcer who is known for his bone-crushing hits.
• Ned Braden (Michael Ontkean): A skilled forward who is often overshadowed by his more colorful teammates.
• Johnny Upton (Jeffrey DeMunn): A young defenseman who is trying to find his place on the team.
• Steve Carlson (Steve Carlson): Dave's younger brother and a promising young player.
• Tim "Hanson" Carr (Yvon Barrette): A veteran player who is known for his leadership and his ability to keep the team together.

The Movie

Slap Shot is a classic sports comedy that follows the Knights as they try to win their first championship. The film is full of hilarious moments, but it also has a lot of heart. The characters are well-developed and believable, and the story is both funny and moving.

Slap Shot was a critical and commercial success. The film has been praised for its realistic portrayal of minor league hockey, its well-developed characters, and its hilarious humor.

Legacy

Slap Shot has had a lasting legacy on popular culture. The film is often credited with popularizing the sport of hockey in the United States. The film's characters and catchphrases have become iconic, and the film is still quoted by hockey fans today.

Slap Shot is a classic sports comedy that is still enjoyed by fans today. The film's realistic portrayal of minor league hockey, its well-developed characters, and its hilarious humor make it a must-see for any fan of the sport.

Slap Shot (Lauderdale Knights Book 1)

by Kat Mizera

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	966 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	216 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE