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Gordie Howe and the Omaha Knights: A Brief but Memorable Encounter

Gordie Howe, known as "Mr. Hockey", was one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. He played 26 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) and six seasons in the World Hockey Association (WHA), winning six Stanley Cups, six Hart Trophies, and six Art Ross Trophies. He is the only player to have played in five different decades, from the 1940s to the 1980s. He is also the NHL's all-time leader in games played (1,767) and ranks second in goals (801) and points (1,850).

But before Howe became a legend with the Detroit Red Wings, he spent one season in the minor leagues with the Omaha Knights of the United States Hockey League (USHL) in 1945-46. It was a brief but memorable encounter between a young star and a city that loved hockey.

How Gordie Howe Came to Omaha

Gordie Howe was born on March 31, 1928, in Floral, Saskatchewan. He grew up playing hockey on frozen ponds and rivers, using a tin can as a puck. He dropped out of school at age 15 to work in a metal factory and play for a local junior team.

In 1944, he was invited to a tryout camp by the New York Rangers, but he failed to impress them. He returned to Saskatchewan and played for another junior team, where he caught the eye of Jack Adams, the coach and general manager of the Detroit Red Wings.

Adams signed Howe to a contract in 1945 and assigned him to their USHL affiliate, the Omaha Knights, for the 1946-47 season. Howe was 17 years old and had never been away from home before.

Gordie Howe's Season with the Omaha Knights

Howe arrived in Omaha in October 1945 with his mother Katherine. They stayed at a hotel near Ak-Sar-Ben Coliseum, where the Knights played their home games. Howe was shy and homesick at first, but he soon made friends with his teammates and fans.

Howe made his debut with the Knights on October 27, 1945, against the Kansas City Pla-Mors. He scored two goals and added an assist in a 7-3 win. He quickly became the team's best player and a fan favorite.

Howe played 51 games with the Knights and led them in scoring with 22 goals and 26 assists for 48 points. He also led the league in penalty minutes with 53. He played mostly at right wing, but also filled in at center and defense when needed. He was known for his physical style of play, his powerful shot, and his ability to score from any angle.

Howe helped the Knights finish second in the league standings with a record of 29-19-4. They advanced to the playoffs, where they faced the St. Paul Saints in the semifinals. Howe scored four goals and three assists in seven games, but the Knights lost the series in seven games.

Gordie Howe's Impact on Omaha and Hockey

Howe's season with the Knights was more than just a hockey success story. It was also a personal and professional growth experience for him. He learned how to live on his own, how to handle money, how to deal with fans and media, and how to play against older and tougher opponents.

Howe also developed a bond with Omaha and its people. He enjoyed living in the city and appreciated its hospitality and support. He received birthday cakes from young fans, invitations to dinners and parties from local families, and letters of encouragement from admirers.

Howe also made history as one of the first players to wear a helmet in professional hockey. He suffered a head injury during a game against Tulsa and had to be taken to a hospital for stitches. His mother insisted that he wear a helmet for protection, so he borrowed one from a teammate.

Howe helped the Knights finish second in the league standings with a record of 29-19-4. They advanced to the playoffs, where they faced the St. Paul Saints in the semifinals. Howe scored four goals and three assists in seven games, but the Knights lost the series in seven games.

Gordie Howe's Impact on Omaha and Hockey

Howe's season with the Knights was more than just a hockey success story. It was also a personal and professional growth experience for him. He learned how to live on his own, how to handle money, how to deal with fans and media, and how to play against older and tougher opponents.

Howe also developed a bond with Omaha and its people. He enjoyed living in the city and appreciated its hospitality and support. He received birthday cakes from young fans, invitations to dinners and parties from local families, and letters of encouragement from admirers.

Howe also made history as one of the first players to wear a helmet in professional hockey. He suffered a head injury during a game against Tulsa and had to be taken to a hospital for stitches. His mother insisted that he wear a helmet for protection, so he borrowed one from a teammate.

Howe's season with the Knights was a brief but memorable encounter between a young star and a city that loved hockey. He left a lasting impression on Omaha and its fans, and Omaha left a lasting impression on him.