Gordie Howe
Gordie Howe, often referred to as 'Mr. Hockey', is a legendary Canadian ice hockey player known for his extraordinary skills and toughness on the ice. Born on March 31, 1928, in Floral, Saskatchewan, Howe played 26 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) and is celebrated for his time with the Detroit Red Wings. He is famous for his aggressive playing style, which included the use of elbows to protect the puck and fend off opponents, earning him the nickname 'Mr. Elbows'. Beyond his on-ice achievements, Howe's legacy includes multiple awards, records, and a lasting impact on the sport of hockey.
Born on Mar 31, 1928 (97 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 34,582 | $1,700,000 | 1,547$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,005,238 | 34,582 | $1,700,000 | 1,547$ |
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Canada:
Gordie Howe called Bob Pulford 'one of my private headaches.'
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Canada:
Crosby is now third on the NHL’s all-time points list with a single franchise, behind only Steve Yzerman and Gordie Howe.
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Russia:
Ovechkin is currently tied for the most home games with goals with Canadian Gordie Howe.
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Canada:
Gordie Howe's slogan was referenced by Mike Myers during his SNL appearance.
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Belarus:
Howe scored 801 goals in NHL regular seasons.
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North Macedonia:
Gordie Howe is one of the only players in the NHL to have scored at least 20 goals in 20 consecutive seasons.
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Canada:
Gordie Howe is one of the Hall of Famers who had multiple season-opening point streaks.
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Canada:
Gordie Howe could tell you how elbows can be wielded many ways.
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India:
Gordie Howe is a legendary Canadian hockey player known for his gritty style of play.
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India:
Ovechkin tied Gordie Howe for the most goals in a season by a player aged 39 or older.
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