Gordie Howe – Signed Action Photograph

“Mr. Hockey” – Detroit Red Wings #9

This striking color photograph captures Gordie Howe, one of the greatest players in NHL history, in action wearing his iconic Detroit Red Wings uniform (#9). The image showcases Howe in a classic on-ice moment — skating hard along the boards, eyes locked on the puck, perfectly embodying his mix of power, grace, and intensity.

Signed boldly in blue felt-tip pen, the autograph reads:

“Gordie Howe #9 Mr. Hockey”

The dual inscription makes this piece particularly desirable, as Howe’s “Mr. Hockey” signature variation was reserved for higher-end or more personal autographs.

About Gordie Howe:

• Full Name: Gordon “Gordie” Howe

• Born: March 31, 1928 — Died: June 10, 2016

• Teams: Detroit Red Wings (NHL), Houston Aeros / New England Whalers (WHA)

• Career Highlights:

  • Hall of Fame Inductee: 1972

  • 4× Stanley Cup Champion (1950, 1952, 1954, 1955)

  • 6× Hart Trophy Winner (MVP)

  • 6× Art Ross Trophy Winner (Scoring Leader)

  • 23× NHL All-Star

  • 801 NHL Goals, 1,049 Assists, 1,850 Points (NHL record-holder until Wayne Gretzky)

  • 25 Seasons with the Detroit Red Wings

  • Played professionally in five different decades (1940s–1980s)

Howe’s combination of scoring, toughness, and longevity earned him the nickname “Mr. Hockey,” a title that perfectly encapsulates his legacy as the embodiment of the sport.

Details:

• Athlete: Gordie Howe

• Team: Detroit Red Wings

• Position: Right Wing

• Signature Ink: Blue felt-tip pen

• Inscriptions: “#9” and “Mr. Hockey”

• Era: Likely late-career or post-retirement signing (1980s–1990s)

• Condition: Excellent — strong signature contrast, vivid color, no fading or creasing

Collector’s Note:

This signed photo captures Gordie Howe in his prime — the definitive image of “Mr. Hockey.” The dual inscription and bold signature add significant collector value, especially given Howe’s meticulous penmanship and the enduring scarcity of pristine signed color photographs from his playing era.