Gino: The Fighting Spirit of Gino Odjick

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Gino by Patrick Johnston and Peter Leech is the authorized biography of Vancouver Canucks enforcer Gino Odjick.

Rising in the 1990s, Gino became one of the NHL’s most feared players while also earning respect for his affable, openhearted nature. Hailing from the Algonquin community of Kitigan Zibi, he was one of the few Indigenous players in the league.

The book explores Gino’s life beyond the rink—his loving family, his father’s legacy as a residential school survivor, his battles with alcohol, and his mentorship of Indigenous youth. It also covers his health struggles, including CTE and a rare blood disorder, culminating in his death at fifty-two. Gino is a heartfelt tribute to a legendary player and remarkable human being.

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Patrick Johnston is a sports journalist with the Province daily newspaper in Vancouver, BC. He specializes in hockey reporting and analysis.

Peter Leech is a former professional hockey player and member of the T’it’q’et Community Village of the St’at’imc Tribal Nation who specializes in working with First Nations communities and organizations, public and private sector companies, individuals, teams, and young adults (i.e., youth) in all aspects of life. His athletic accomplishments include a stint with the East Coast and Central Hockey Leagues. He also won a gold medal in boxing at the North American Amateurs. Peter’s athletic talents extended to soccer, where he played semi-pro soccer and worked in developing professional athletes both on and off the playing field. Peter is also a very proud and loving husband and father of three.