In 1973, Gordie Howe announced his retirement from professional hockey after 25 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings. However, after being approached by the Houston Aeros of the upstart World Hockey Association (WHA), he decided to come out of retirement and join the team with his two sons, Mark and Marty.
Despite skepticism from some in the hockey world about his ability to compete at age 44, Howe proved that he still had plenty of skill left in the tank. He quickly became a star on the Aeros team, leading them to the WHA championship in his first season and winning league MVP honors.
The movie Mr Hockey The Gordie Howe Story focuses not only on his accomplishments on the ice, but also on his personal life and family relationships. It portrays Howe as a devoted husband and father who struggled to balance his responsibilities to his family with his passion for hockey.
The film also touches on some of the challenges that the WHA faced as a new league attempting to compete with the established National Hockey League (NHL), including disagreements over player contracts and disputes over salaries.
Overall, Mr Hockey The Gordie Howe Story is an inspiring and heartwarming film that celebrates the legacy of one of hockey's greatest players and his remarkable comeback in the twilight of his career.
