The isolated Alaskan town of Mystery isn't remarkable for much except the proud tradition of its weekly ice hockey game and the high calibre of players it produces. Not long after the town fathers inform stalwart player and local sheriff, John Biebe (Russell Crowe), that he's to make way for talented youngster Stevie Weekes (Ryann Northcott), news arrives of a plan to stage a televised exhibition game between Mystery and the New York Rangers. Led by the ambitious Mayor (Colm Meaney), the town's residents endorse the idea and frenzied preparations commence, opening old wounds and revealing secrets in the process.