The Longest Shot

Part of the Orca Biography series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated nonfiction book tells the story of how Larry Kwong became the first player of Asian descent in the NHL.|Larry Kwong was the first player of Asian descent in the NHL when he played one shift with the New York Rangers in 1948. He fought racism and discrimination at every step of his career. In The Longest Shot, young readers will meet an inspiring hero with a timeless story.