Article: Football: Gillett's passion can make him a fans' favourite; Liverpool FC - special report: The history of George Gillett and Tom Hicks Canadiens experience has earned trust.(Sport)

Byline: JAMES PEARCE

THE broad smile new owner George Gillett wore on his triumphant arrival at An-field last week has probably shortened somewhat over the past 11 days.

The US tycoon is no stranger to ups and downs. After all, he earned a fortune, was declared bankrupt in 1992 and then built his business empire back up.

His is a riches-to-rags-to-riches story.

But since racing home to Montreal last Tuesday to watch his beloved Canadiens ice hockey team beaten by Carolina Hurricanes it's been all doom and gloom.

Last Saturday, ...

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