Gordie Howe, also known as 'Mr. Hockey', was a legendary Canadian ice hockey player who played for the Detroit Red Wings and Hartford Whalers. He is widely considered to be one of the greatest players in the history of the sport, and his nickname 'Mr. Hockey' reflects his immense impact on the game. Howe was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1972 and was awarded the Order of Canada in 1971.