1989 — Wayne Gretzky of the Los Angeles Kings passes Gordie Howe as the NHL’s all-time leading scorer in a during a 5-4 overtime win over the Edmonton Oilers. Gretzky flips a backhand shot past Oilers ...

Steve Yzerman captained the Detroit Red Wings an NHL-record 19 seasons. If we define greatness by longevity, he’s the franchise’s ultimate leader. New Father Of Twins James van Riemsdyk Happy To Be ...

DETROIT -- Wayne Gretzky doesn't have much say in these matters, but the man known as The Great One said Tuesday he would like to see Gordie Howe's No. 9 retired by the NHL in honor of his idol, Howe, ...

Hockey great Gordie Howe suffered a serious stroke Sunday and has lost some function on the right side of his body and has difficulty speaking, his daughter, Cathy Purnell, confirmed to ESPN.com. Howe ...