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The Making of a Miracle: The Untold Story of the Captain of the 1980 Gold Medal–Winning U.S. Olympic Hockey Team Hardcover – Illustrated, January 28, 2020

by Mike Eruzione (Author), Neal Boudette (Author), Al Michaels (Foreword)
4.8 out of 5 stars 620 ratings
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On the fortieth anniversary of the historic "Miracle on Ice," Mike Eruzione—the captain of the 1980 U.S Men’s Olympic Hockey Team, who scored the winning goal—recounts his amazing career on ice, the legendary upset against the Soviets, and winning the gold medal.

It is the greatest American underdog sports story ever told: how a team of college kids and unsigned amateurs, under the tutelage of legendary coach—and legendary taskmaster—Herb Brooks, beat the elite Soviet hockey team on their way to winning the gold medal at the 1980 Lake Placid Olympics. No one believed the scrappy Americans had a real shot at winning. Despite being undefeated, the U.S.—the youngest team in the competition—were facing off against the four-time defending gold medalist Russians. But the Americans’ irrepressible optimism, skill, and fearless attitude helped them outplay the seasoned Soviet team and deliver their iconic win.

As captain, Mike Eruzione led his team on the ice on that Friday, February 22, 1980. But beating the U.S.S.R was only one of the numerous challenges Mike has faced in his life. In this inspiring memoir, he recounts the obstacles he has overcome, from his blue-collar upbringing in Winthrop, Massachusetts, to his battle to make the Boston University squad; his challenges in the minor leagues and international tournaments to his selection to the U.S. team and their run for gold. He also talks about the aftermath of that stupendous win that inspired and united the nation at a time of crisis in its history.

Eruzione has lived a hockey life full of unexpected twists and surprising turns. Al Michaels’ famous call in 1980—"do you believe in miracles? YES!"—could have been about Mike himself. Filled with vivid portraits—from his hard-working, irrepressible father to the irascible Herb Brooks to the Russian hall of famers Tretiak, Kharlamov, Makarov, and Fetisov—this lively, fascinating look back is destined to become a sports classic and is a must for hockey fans, especially those who witnessed that miraculous day.

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"Eruzione’s account of the game itself can’t help being entertaining, but far more interesting are the details he embroiders around the edges."  — The New York Times Book Review

“Buoyant, earnest…this heartwarming memoir will delight more than just hockey fans.”  — Publishers Weekly

“Eruzione adds an honest insider’s view of the Miracle, which will appeal to hockey fans and admirers of sports autobiographies.”  — Library Journal

“The best part of the narrative is the you-are-there, blow-by-blow account of that Lake Placid game of 1980, told with verve and a sharp eye for the right detail, which served [Eruzione] well in a later career as a sports commentator. . . . Fans of Olympic hockey will delight in Eruzione’s spirited memoir.”  — Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Mike Eruzione is the director of special outreach at his alma mater, Boston University. He has been a television commentator, a motivational speaker, and a hockey coach. He lives in Winthrop, Massachusetts.



Neal Boudette, also a graduate of Boston University, is a reporter for the New York Times. He lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan.



Al Michaels has logged more hours on network television than anyone in history, including twenty years as the play-by-play voice of Monday Night Football. Michaels is currently the play-by-play voice of NBC's Sunday Night Football, TV's highest-rated show.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harper; Illustrated edition (January 28, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0062960954
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062960955
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.99 x 9 inches
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Customers find this book to be a great behind-the-scenes look at the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team, bringing back memories and providing unique anecdotes. Moreover, the book is well-written and easy to read, with customers appreciating how it reflects Mike's character and serves as a wonderful reminder of the importance of family.

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26 customers mention "Story quality"26 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's stories, particularly its behind-the-scenes look at the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team, with one customer noting how it brings back great memories.

"...Mike Eruzione has written a great first person telling of his journey, and included others who were essential not only in the 1980 US Olympic Men's..." Read more

"...not help but to admire Mike Eruzione’s stable and intelligent response to this historical event in which he played an integral role...." Read more

"...Well done and adds to the narrative of the team." Read more

"...This book captures the times, moment and the impact of that victory. Easy to read, the narrative took me back to the time and that moment...." Read more

18 customers mention "Insight"18 positive0 negative

Customers find the book informative, with one customer noting it provides great context about the landmark event and another highlighting the detailed training information.

"...It also gives you a fascinating perspective on the composition, character and values of the members of that team...." Read more

"...those of us who remember where we were when it happened, it provides great context...." Read more

"...urge everyone to step back in time and relive one of the greatest moments in sports history. You won't be disappointed." Read more

"...Gives a great insite about the details not many know. Great read." Read more

15 customers mention "Readability"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book well written and easy to read.

"...A message that needs to be said a lot more today. Well done and adds to the narrative of the team." Read more

"...This book captures the times, moment and the impact of that victory. Easy to read, the narrative took me back to the time and that moment...." Read more

"...Gives a great insite about the details not many know. Great read." Read more

"...It is thoroughly enjoyable and a great read! Yes!" Read more

12 customers mention "Enjoyment"12 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable, with one mentioning it's a great read for hockey fans and another noting it's cool to read about their favorite sports moment.

"...It was a pleasure to read Mike's book. I wish the Olympic teams were still filled with true amateur athletes...." Read more

"Cool to read about my favorite sports moment from the view of one of the players. Gives a great insite about the details not many know. Great read." Read more

"I really enjoyed this book, and I remember The Game like it was yesterday. Mike Eruzione is a natural-born storyteller...." Read more

"I really enjoyed reading Mike Eruzione’s book about the 1980 Gold Medal winning hockey team...." Read more

5 customers mention "Character development"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, highlighting Mike's great character, with one customer noting his hard work and talent as a player.

"...Mike's autobiography is great; the story of his family and his life in hockey is very entertaining...." Read more

"I loved this book. Mike is a class-act, and it was so fun reading about the experiences you didn't know about with Herb Brooks' mental games and the..." Read more

"...All these guys are special. Hope Mike lives to be 100" Read more

"...This story is all heart and reflects the great character Mike has - I read it in 2 days and wish it was longer!" Read more

5 customers mention "Family life"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate how the book serves as a wonderful reminder of the importance of family.

"...The theme is family - the Eruziones and the 1980 Olympic hockey team. It reminds us what we can do if we put our selves aside and focus on "we"...." Read more

"...Mike's story is of family as well. The true meaning of family. I couldn't put this down...." Read more

"...But more, the book describes life lessons on hard work, a loving family and the importance of seizing opportunities." Read more

"...A wonderful reminder of the importance of family and our great country- USA!" Read more

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  • tallahasseelass
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, emotionally raw, well written biography
    Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2024
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    Thank you to all the athletes who dedicate so much of their lives to participate in the Olympics.

    Mike Eruzione has written a great first person telling of his journey, and included others who were essential not only in the 1980 US Olympic Men's Hockey team, but of who made him the man he is, and why, all these years later, he remains an icon.

    It was a pleasure to read Mike's book.

    I wish the Olympic teams were still filled with true amateur athletes. Seeing professional athletes in the Olympics just isn't the same, so perhaps that also adds to our continued devotion to the USA's 1980 Olympic Hockey Team; for the passion and heart each athlete demonstrated.
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  • Colorado Reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Someone is going to beat those guys....
    Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2021
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    Despite my strong interest in the 1980 US Olympic hockey team, I debated buying this book. I’ve already seen both the “Do you believe in miracles” documentary and the Disney “Miracle” film. What more is there to know?

    But after reading the reviews I decided to take a chance on it and it does not disappoint. I was actually pleasantly surprised at how much more insight this book lends to that landmark event. It also gives you a fascinating perspective on the composition, character and values of the members of that team.

    Eruzione’s detailed description of the game vs. the Soviets is a front row seat not only to the happenings within the game but also to the observations and strategy employed by the US team to unnerve and rattle the Soviets. The subtleties of his observations are a clear window to how the unexpected US victory became possible.

    The book also provides additional information on the team’s abrasive and determined coach Herb Brooks. Brooks was brilliant in his approach to generating the very best performance from a team while simultaneously encouraging them to believe that a such an upset could actually happen. My already substantial respect for Brooks increased further after reading this book.

    Behind it all, I also could not help but to admire Mike Eruzione’s stable and intelligent response to this historical event in which he played an integral role. It is no surprise Brooks chose Eruzione as team Captain. I was also pleased to learn that the level of interest in that game remains high despite the amount of time that has passed.

    Whatever Mike Eruzione made from this book and from any/all of his other activity related to the US victory in 1980, it is a pittance compared to what he gave the country when he made “the goal heard around the world.” His performance, that team and their gold medal are permanent reminders that victory is always possible - even in the face of a formidable and strongly favored opponent.
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  • Illinois Reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good solid history
    Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2021
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    A solid quality work by the man who lived it. For those of us who remember where we were when it happened, it provides great context. The theme is family - the Eruziones and the 1980 Olympic hockey team. It reminds us what we can do if we put our selves aside and focus on "we". A message that needs to be said a lot more today. Well done and adds to the narrative of the team.
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  • D. M. Hunt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Do You Believe in Miracles?
    Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2020
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    The game between the USA and Soviet Union in 1980 was the first hockey game I ever watched. As an Olympics junkie, every sport interested me. As I cleaned the house, I listened to the game. Stopping to watch now and then. Finally I realized the US could win and I sat down to watch. It was an incredible moment when they won.

    This book captures the times, moment and the impact of that victory. Easy to read, the narrative took me back to the time and that moment. That Miracle. I urge everyone to step back in time and relive one of the greatest moments in sports history. You won't be disappointed.
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  • Maryann R. Syrek
    4.0 out of 5 stars Gift for my nephew
    Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2020
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    My nephew is a rookie professional hockey player. His team has it's ups and owns and I try to keep his confidence up during the trials. I thought what a perfect gift for his birthday. He just told me he rarely reads books, but picked this up and can't put it down. Inspirational on a lot of levels.
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  • Ryan Figueiredo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2024
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    Cool to read about my favorite sports moment from the view of one of the players. Gives a great insite about the details not many know. Great read.
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  • Randal A. Nichol
    5.0 out of 5 stars USA, USA, USA!!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2020
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    Before the 1980 Olympics, I had never even heard of Mike Eruzione. On February 22, 1980, Team USA shocked the world by defeating the greatest hockey team on the planet, the Soviet Union. No one in the world, much less in the USA believed that it could actually be done, but Mike Eruzione and his fellow teammates "had a feeling" that something great was going to happen. The score was tied at 3-all with 10-minutes left in the game. Rizzo's parents were in the crowd and Jeep, Mike;s father, told his wife that his boy, Mike "was due". Well Jeep was right. Using a defensive player as a screen, Mike Eruzione made the shot heard 'round the world! The shot still echos in the hearts of all Americans who saw it happen. This book gives us the life story of the Captain of that amazing team. You will live his life up to and feel what he and his family felt when he made that winning shot. All of the emotions are there and you will feel them along with the team. I too, cried when our great American gold medal winning heroes stood and sang The National Anthem as our flag was raised. I was proud to be an American then and regardless of politics, still am! . Buy this book and you are guaranteed to relive those magical days! USA, USA USA!!
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  • Gene Killian
    5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful recap of family life and the Miracle on Ice
    Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2023
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    I really enjoyed this book, and I remember The Game like it was yesterday. Mike Eruzione is a natural-born storyteller. Reading about his childhood in Winthrop MA and the backstory of The Game was super-interesting. Highly recommend.
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