Monday is Gordie Howe's 80th birthday. He was an incredible athlete, playing professional hockey into his 50s. In fact, at 50, he led his team, the New England Whalers of the World Hockey Association, in scoring with 96 points. He played 25 seasons for the Detroit Red Wings and was a top-five scorer in the NHL for 20 consecutive years. He could do it all - score, bodycheck and intimidate his opponents, for 32 seasons.
Happy birthday Mr. Hockey!
Below Gordie Howe scores a "Howe Hat Trick" (of sorts) with a goal, high-stick and ejection with the WHA Houston Aeros vs. Winnipeg Jets Dec. 2 1975.
