We talked about his childhood and mental health. This is a two part series.
Three weeks ago, I wrote about Patrick O'Sullivan's new book, titled "Breaking Away." Recently, I got the chance to speak with him at length about, well, everything.
Patrick O'Sullivan retired from hockey at the age of 27. He had gone from high profile draft prospect to bust to coveted young player to Edmonton Oiler, all before he landed in Finland for the final eight games of his professional hockey career.
Hockey kicked Patrick O'Sullivan around. Described as a "ruthless industry," Patrick left the game at a young age because he "hated it at that point.