Mark Howe jersey to be retired by Flyers tonight

[MidMichSteve 1,115]

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Classy that they do it when the Wings are there. They're only the second Father and Son to have their numbers retired.

Edited March 6, 2012 by MidMichSteve

[Ram 240]

Very classy presentation and great to see him and his family. Great guy. Great move by the Flyers and Red Wings.

This may sound a little cocky and out of place, but this shows the eliteness of the DRW when compared to other franchises across the league. The Flyers do have a rich history and a great franchise, etc., but if Mark Howe's career at Philly was switched with DRW (so to say his entire Flyer career was instead a tenure as a Red Wing), I guarantee he would not have his number retired here. He has great numbers and is a class act, but the rafters at the Joe are just another class of hockey player, and perhaps devotion to the organization.

I know this might be out of place but just wanted to put in my two cents. I know jersey retirement is always a hot topic on LGW. Congratulations to Mark on a great career and for all his contributions to the game.

Go Wings tonight.