Gretzky nearly became teammates with Gordie Howe in 1978

2 years ago  /  NHL.com

Legendary hockey reporter Stan Fischler writes a weekly scrapbook for NHL.com. Fischler, known as "The Hockey Maven," shares his humor and insight with readers every Wednesday.This week, Fischler reveals how Wayne Gretzky came very close to becoming Gordie Howe's linemate with the New England Whalers in the WHA. ...

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