The only athlete to see action in six different decades, Gordie Howe is a shining example of the old saying, “They don’t make ‘em like they used to” - a product of the Great Depression. Gordie Howe began his NHL career in 1946 with the Detroit Red Wings, the franchise he would represent for the next 25 seasons. When discussing the greatest players in the history of the sport, Gordie is included in the top 5 of every list. In fact, the two players who often give him a run for his money, Wayne Gretzky and Bobby Orr, each consider Howe as the greatest to ever play the game. Howe’s incredible career statistics don’t even do him justice, as he played for decades at the highest level in a very low scoring environment. Gordie played in 1767 NHL games and scored a remarkable 801 goals. He added another 1049 assists for 1850 points. Howe’s mantle is filled with hardware that includes 6 Art Ross Trophies as the NHL’s leading scorer, 6 Hart Memorial Trophies as the NHL’s MVP and 4 Stanley Cups. Gordie was voted 21 times a 1st or 2nd team NHL All-Star. This jersey was worn by Howe during his final WHA season in 1978-79 where he scored his 500th WHA point. Inside the neck of this green mesh jersey, is the STALL & DEAN label. Below is a wash tag and below that are two flag tags: 52 and 8. Whalers logo crest on the front, done in white on yellow tackle twill with green embroidery. Player number (9) is done on the front/back in white on yellow tackle twill, and on the sleeves in green on yellow tackle twill. Player name (GORDIE HOWE) is done across the back, in white on yellow tackle twill - both Mark and Marty were with the club this season as well. Whalers team logos patches on the shoulders. Numerous stick marks and board burns are present throughout. This jersey is properly tagged, presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows excellent wear. Accompanied by a letter from Photo-Match.com, confirming the match.