The Big M's Legacy Beyond the Ice | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

From the ice to the Senate, Frank Mahovlich’s story is a legendary ride through hockey greatness and public service. Known as “The Big M,” he played over 1,400 games across two leagues, won six Stanley Cups, starred alongside icons like Gordie Howe and Bobby Hull, and even represented Canada in the historic Summit Series. His journey took him from Toronto’s pressure cooker to Detroit’s revival and Montreal’s glory days — including a breakout season at 33 with his brother Peter. After retiring in 1979, he entered politics, serving in the Canadian Senate until 2013, championing sports…