Gordie Howe in intensive care following major stroke on Monday

by Ian McLaren

The latest update on Gordie Howe is not one the hockey world wants to hear.

Gordie's son, Mark Howe, has revealed that Mr. Hockey suffered a major stroke on Monday. The legendary forward is currently resting in the intensive care unit in hospital, according to Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press.

The 86-year-old suffers from dementia and has experienced several strokes in recent weeks, including a minor one on Saturday.

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