This memoir investigates the psychological and physical toll of the enforcer role in professional hockey during the high-intensity era of the Philadelphia Flyers. Dave Schultz, a central figure in the 'Broad Street Bullies' era, collaborates with veteran hockey journalists Stan and Shirley Fischler to document his career trajectory. The text examines the transition from a standard player to a designated protector, analyzing the tactical necessity of intimidation in the National Hockey League during the 1970s.

This work provides a firsthand account of a specific, aggressive era in sports history, offering a candid look at the life of a professional athlete tasked with intimidation. The narrative serves as a primary source for understanding the evolution of hockey regulations and the cultural perception of violence in the sport.