NHL teams react to Howe's death

Condolences expressed across social media

By NHL.com @NHLdotcom

June 10, 2016

The death of Hockey Hall of Fame member Gordie Howe on Friday elicited quick response on Twitter from across the NHL.
The Detroit Red Wings, for whom Howe played 25 seasons, changed their Twitter avatar to Howe's iconic No. 9.

Thoughts and prayers to the Howe family as Gordie Howe passes away at the age of 88. #9RIP pic.twitter.com/i9KRzXRgwV
— Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) June 10, 2016

"He was tough, skilled, & consistently earned success at the highest level." - Mike Ilitch: https://t.co/782K66L2Df pic.twitter.com/EH0mvQy402
— Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) June 10, 2016

The rest of the Original Six teams weighed in as well.

Our thoughts are with the family & friends of Gordie Howe and the @DetroitRedWings. Rest in peace Mr. Hockey. #9RIP pic.twitter.com/QjOnsJ9Yos
— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) June 10, 2016

It is with great sadness that the Canadiens have learned the passing of hockey legend Gordie Howe. #9RIP pic.twitter.com/vb5fI2druZ
— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) June 10, 2016

Our sincere condolences go out to the Howe family, the @detroitredwings & all those who knew the great Gordie Howe. pic.twitter.com/sKj7BvSyzM
— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) June 10, 2016

Wirtz: "There is no greater rivalry in hockey than the one between the Red Wings and the Blackhawks, and Gordie was a large part of that."
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) June 10, 2016

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Gordie Howe. Our condolences are extended to the Howe family. #9RIP pic.twitter.com/ZsoC5mzTuC
— Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) June 10, 2016

There was also reaction from the Carolina Hurricanes, the former Hartford Whalers, with whom Howe finished his NHL career.

Our deepest condolences to the family of Gordie Howe. Proud that he will always be a part of our heritage. #legend pic.twitter.com/3HMtmQs5vN
— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) June 10, 2016

Condolences to the family of Gordie Howe. We still have 15 file folders of memories of him from Hartford. #legend pic.twitter.com/dartEsLS6G
— Mike Sundheim (@MikeSundheim) June 10, 2016

Other NHL teams offered their condolences, including the two battling for the Stanley Cup, among others.

Today the hockey world lost a role model and legend. Thank you for your contribution to the game, Mr. Hockey. pic.twitter.com/LZKWkH17ei
— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) June 10, 2016

Forever Mr. Hockey. pic.twitter.com/wwGknm1V7b
— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) June 10, 2016

Rest in peace, Gordie. #MrHockey pic.twitter.com/tK4Bg09j4l
— Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) June 10, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Gordie Howe. Rest in peace, #MrHockey. pic.twitter.com/YbcT9eWpzX
— Dallas Stars (@DallasStars) June 10, 2016

NHL teams react to Howe's death

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