"For fans of the WHA and hockey history in general, Gassen
has assembled a treat." — The Hockey News
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POSITIVE WAVES: new 2013 Racers book now available!

We are excited to announce the puiblication of the updated edition of the WHA
Racers book, with the new title "POSITIVE WAVES: a history of Indianapolis
Racers hockey 1974-1979."

The critically acclaimed first edition of the book was published in 2007 with the title
"Red, White & Blues: a personal history of Indianapolis Racers hockey
1974-1979," and has been out-of-print for several years.

Positive Waves is the only firsthand history of Wayne Gretzky's entrance to major
league hockey, and the remarkable story of how Indianapolis became dedicated to
the WHA Racers. Authored by WHA Hall of Fame president Timothy Gassen, the
book features a complete team history, multiple Racers player interviews, complete
franchise statistics, and three photo sections including many previously unpublished
images.

the new Racers book edition features:
* a new additional 20-page color photo section
* new updated information and additional material
* newly restored & previously unpublished photos
* new complete index
* new cover design and larger book size

ORDER THE BOOK HERE
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STORIES ABOUT THE NOVEMBER 2007 RACERS REUNION
& BOOK EVENTS ARE HERE


(LEFT TO RIGHT) Former Racers Ken Block, Reg Thomas, author Timothy
Gassen, SuperFan Dave Pickering and Indiana Ice Captain Nick Bailen
drop the puck at center ice before a USHL home game in downtown Indy.

(LEFT TO RIGHT) Ken Block, Reg Thomas, "Hockey Bob" Lamey & Hugh
Harris at a Racers book signing in Indianapolis, November 2007.
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ABOUT THE BOOK

When major league hockey came to Indianapolis in 1974, no one knew the sport’s two greatest
players would wear the Racers’ red, white & blue.  But the Racers story is so much more than just a launch pad for Wayne Gretzky & Mark Messier — it is a time when the city’s love affair with hockey
grew to dizzying heights, then crashed in heartbreaking defeat.  Journalist Timothy Gassen was
there and details the only firsthand account of the golden era for pro hockey in Indiana: The
Indianapolis Racers.

“Red, White & Blues” is a breakthrough book for fans of sports in Indianapolis, the rebel World
Hockey Association, and the game’s greatest player, Wayne Gretzky.  The entry of “The Great One”
into pro hockey is detailed for the first time ever, and the curious debut of Mark Messier in a
Racers jersey is also explored.

Award-winning hockey writer Timothy Gassen combines years of his recent reporting, interviews
and exhaustive research with his personal recollections of his time in Indianapolis interacting
with the Racers throughout the franchise’s turbulent, exciting history. 

Major league hockey in Indiana finally gets its due in “Red, White & Blues: a personal history of Indianapolis Racers hockey 1974-1979.”

THE GREAT ONE:
For the first time, the real story behind Wayne Gretzky and his mysterious million dollar signing with
the Racers as a 17-year-old rookie in 1978, and the details of his fateful journey to the Edmonton
Oliers — and the Hall of Fame.

A FIRSTHAND ACCOUNT:
The only complete Racers franchise history, told by the players, coaches and fans themselves.

AUTHORATATIVE VIEW:
Expert analysis, historical perspective and additional firsthand anecdotes and insight by award-
winning author Timothy Gassen.

READ IT, THEN SEE IT:
More than 50 pages of rare and previously unpublished color and B&W photos of all the Racers greats in action with and against the best players of the 1970s pro hockey era.

THE LOST LEAGUE:
A detailed, expertly researched look at the WHA — the league that changed the NHL and major league hockey forever.
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OTHER RACERS BOOK INFO & MATERIALS AT OTHER SITES:

MORE FREE HOCKEY WRITING FROM TIMOTHY GASSEN HERE

A KIND REVIEW OF THE BOOK IS HERE

A GREAT Q&A WITH THE AUTHOR IS HERE