Shoot First, Pass Later My Life, No Filter

by Roenick, Jeremy; Allen, Kevin

• ISBN13: 9781637279779
• ISBN10: 1637279779
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2026-01-13
• Publisher: Triumph Books
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Summary

In this honest, no-nonsense book by one of the greatest American stars the NHL has ever known, Jeremy Roenick showcases his skill as a hockey storyteller

With his one-of-a-kind flair, Roenick shares stories from his 20-year career with the Chicago Blackhawks, Phoenix Coyotes, Philadelphia Flyers, Los Angeles Kings, and San Jose Sharks, providing an inside perspective on the oddities of life as a pro athlete. He explains why he openly considered the pros and cons of fighting a fan, opens up about tales of partying on road trips, and even how he became friends with former Vice President Dan Quayle. In one chapter, Roenick lends the pen to his wife, Tracy, to tell her side of the story.

Revised and updated following Roenick's induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame, nothing is held back as J. R. reveals his opinions about teammates, opponents, and the future of the game.

Author Biography

Jeremy Roenick is a member of the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame and one of only four American-born players to score 500 or more career NHL goals. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2024. 

Kevin Allen is the author or coauthor of more than a dozen sports books, including Brett: His Own Story, Star-Spangled Hockey: Celebrating 75 Years of USA Hockey, and Without Fear: Hockey’s 50 Greatest Goaltenders. He lives in Ypsilanti, Michigan.