Gordie Howe Bridge
Definition
The Gordie Howe International Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge spanning the Detroit River, connecting Detroit, Michigan, United States, with Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Named after the legendary Canadian hockey player Gordie 'Mr. Hockey' Howe, it is designed to alleviate congestion at existing border crossings and facilitate trade.
As of early 2026, the bridge remains under final construction phases, with recent political tensions threatening its anticipated opening.
Examples
Crossing the Gordie Howe Bridge will feel like pulling off one of Gordie's epic end-to-end rushes—smooth, swift, and straight to the net.
Truckers are buzzing about the Gordie Howe Bridge like fans hyped for a Stanley Cup rematch between the Red Wings and Leafs.
The Gordie Howe Bridge's pylon towers over the river taller than Gordie's slapshot legend, making border waits a thing of the past.
Politicians are circling the Gordie Howe Bridge opening like refs debating a goalie interference call—will it finally drop the puck this year?