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n nThe legendary goalie who revolutionized the game of hockey.n nYoung Jacques Plantes way of playing hockey may look different from everyone elses. Instead of a puck, he uses a tennis ball, and his shin pads are made out of potato sacks and wooden slats. But thats not going to stop him. He loves the game.n nJacques is drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in his mid-twenties. Fans love the unstoppable goalie as he leads his team to one victory after another. But theres a price to pay: pucks to the face result in a broken jaw, broken cheekbones, multiple stitches, and even a skull fracture. n nOne day, Jacques has had enough. He goes on the ice wearing a fiberglass mask. The coach orders him to take it off.n nFinally, at a game against the New York Rangers, when yet another puck hits Jacques square in the face, he puts his foot down. He will not continue to play unless hes allowed to wear a mask.n nYoung hockey fans will enjoy this story of Jacques Plante, whose determination and love of the game brought about a revolutionary change to how it is played.n
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