Gordie Howe Passes Away at 88 Years Old: The Hockey World Takes to Social Media to Celebrate the Life of Mr.Hockey
Today the hockey world is mourning the loss of Gordie Howe, arguably one of the greatest players to ever play the game.
An ambassador for the sport of ice hockey both on and off the ice, he embodied everything a hockey player should be.
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A four-time Stanley Cup Champion with the Detroit Red Wings, the Hockey Hall of Famer played his first game at age 18 and his last at 52. His accomplishments are legendary to say the least and he sure did love being “Mr. Hockey“.
Many took to social media to pay their respects to no.9 both fans and players alike shared their stories of Mr. Howe and his impact on their lives.
Although he may be gone, he certainly will never be forgotten. His legacy will live on in both the record books and the people who admired him.
Following the news of the passing of Mr. Howe the Detroit Red Wings changed their twitter avatar and tweeted this video remembering #9.
"I’m really just a lucky old farm boy." - Gordie Howe | #9RIPhttps://t.co/ho3njORnM6
— Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) June 10, 2016
The “Great One” Wayne Gretzky also shared his reaction to the passing of Howe, by tweeting ” Unfortunately we lost the greatest hockey player ever today, but more importantly the nicest man I have ever met. Sending our thoughts and prayers to the Howe family and to the millions of hockey fans like me who loved Gordie Howe. RIP Mr. Hockey.”
Gordie Howe poses with 11-year-old Wayne Gretzky: pic.twitter.com/GN1ZuIjPWo
— SI Vault (@si_vault) June 10, 2016
Gretzky couldn’t have said it any better, just like him thousands upon thousands of other young hockey players (and even NFL’s JJ Watt) aspired to be like Gordie Howe and wanted to be like him when they grew up.
And you're the reason I wore #9. Gordie Howe will be remembered generation to generation #GordieHoweHatTrick #9RIP https://t.co/xfiZIQPaQR
— Zach Boychuk🐸 (@ZachBoychuk) June 10, 2016
Very sad to hear about Gordie Howe #MrHockey#thebest9 He was one of my owners of my junior team and was a big reason I wear the number 9.
— Evander Kane (@evanderkane) June 10, 2016
Growing up as a hockey player, meeting Gordie Howe was one of the coolest moments of my childhood.
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) June 10, 2016
He is a legend.
Rest in peace Gordie.
Bobby Clarke: "So many generations of players wanted to play like Gordie Howe. He was the ultimate professional hockey player.”
— Sam Carchidi (@BroadStBull) June 10, 2016
.@91Butch on looking up to Howe:“Gordie was the guy that I was going to be like. Unfortunately I didn’t shoot left-handed & I didn’t fight.”
— NHL Network (@NHLNetwork) June 10, 2016
“He’s our Mickey Mantle & Joe DiMaggio & Babe Ruth rolled into one when it comes to hockey.” @MitchAlbom on Gordie Howe
— NHL Network (@NHLNetwork) June 10, 2016
Statement from Lightning GM and Red Wings legend Steve Yzerman on the passing of Gordie Howe: pic.twitter.com/xzu8AqZO5x
— SportsCentre (@SportsCentre) June 10, 2016
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The impact Gordie Howe had on the game of hockey is evident and what he accomplished in 26 seasons in the NHL is amazing.
He holds the NHL record of most games played and most games with one team.
It’s a sad day in the hockey world but the mark that Gordie Howe left on the game is one that will be felt forever. His legacy will live on in the millions of people who looked up to him and were inspired by him.