Gordie Howe

Date of Birth: March 31, 1928

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Date of Death: June 10, 2016

Biography

Gordie Howe, often referred to as “Mr. Hockey,” was a Canadian professional ice hockey player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest hockey players of all time. Born in Floral, Saskatchewan, Howe spent most of his career with the Detroit Red Wings in the National Hockey League (NHL). His career spanned an astonishing five decades, from 1946 to 1980, showcasing his incredible longevity and commitment to the sport. Howe was known for his versatility, physical play, and scoring ability. He held numerous records at the time of his retirement, including most games played and most goals scored. Beyond his playing career, Howe was also a beloved ambassador for the sport and contributed to its growth and popularity.

5 Interesting Facts about Gordie Howe

1. Gordie Howe played professional ice hockey in five different decades, starting his career in the 1940s and playing his last professional game in the 1990s.

2. He was the first player in NHL history to score over 800 goals, finishing his career with a total of 801 goals.

3. Howe won the Hart Trophy as the NHL’s most valuable player six times during his career.

4. He played alongside his sons, Mark and Marty Howe, on the same team, the Houston Aeros, in the World Hockey Association (WHA).

5. Howe was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1972, immediately following his first retirement from the NHL.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gordie Howe

1. “You’ve got to love what you’re doing. If you love it, you can overcome any handicap or the soreness or all the aches and pains.”

2. “All hockey players are bilingual. They know English and profanity.”

3. “I always tell kids, you have two eyes and one mouth. Keep two open and one closed. You never learn anything if you’re the one talking.”

4. “Hockey is a man’s game. The team with the most real men wins.”

5. “Age is just a number. It’s totally irrelevant unless, of course, you happen to be a bottle of wine.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Gordie Howe’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Gordie Howe had four children: Marty, Mark, Cathy, and Murray. Both Marty and Mark followed in their father’s footsteps and became professional hockey players, with Mark being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2011.