One of the boldest moves in sports history came 50 years ago this month as the legendary Gordie Howe came out of retirement and signed with the Houston Aeros of the upstart World Hockey Association – and brought two of his hockey-playing sons, Mark and Marty, along for the ride. While the trio ultimately enjoyed success in the new league, they also made it interesting for … [Read more...] about Howe About That? Houston’s Greatest Hockey Heroes on Cardboard
Hartford Whalers
Original New England/Hartford Whalers Franchise Certificate Up for Auction
Turn up "Brass Bonanza" and grab your WHA cards. An important item from one of hockey’s favorite defunct franchises is up for auction. The original World Hockey Association franchise certificate for the New England Whalers, signed by the WHA’s prime movers – Gary Davidson, Dennis Murphy and Don Regan—is being offered by One of One Entertainment. Dated … [Read more...] about Original New England/Hartford Whalers Franchise Certificate Up for Auction
The Cardboard Legacy of Gordie Howe’s Goodbye Goal
Gordie Howe's final days as an NHL player saw the 52-year-old legend in a Hartford Whalers uniform and his last goal came 40 years ago this week. This monumental moment was not properly covered in the next season's hockey card sets, but there are still options out there for collectors to relive the end day of an incredible career.Gordie was already by far the NHL's all-time … [Read more...] about The Cardboard Legacy of Gordie Howe’s Goodbye Goal