Category: Wayne Gretzky
Brown 'very deserving' to have No. 23 retired, statue unveiled by Kings
Wayne GretzkyDustin Brown was summoned to a meeting with Los Angeles Kings brass after they were eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. There, team president Luc Robitaille informed the newly retired forward that not only were they retiring his No. 23, they were building a statue in his honor.
Read moreWayne Gretzky reveals the origin story of his iconic quote about taking shots on the ice
Jaromir JagrWayne Gretzky is the ultimate goat. When he retired in early 1999, he held or shared 61 NHL records. 23 seasons later, he still holds or shares 59 of them. In over two decades, Gretzky ... The post Wayne Gretzky reveals the origin story of his iconic quote about taking shots on the ice appeared firs...
Read more9 Cool Things About Dave Semenko: Edmonton Oilers’ Enforcer
Edmonton OilersDave Semenko was a Canadian professional ice hockey player who was a left-winger in the World Hockey Association (WHA) for two seasons and the NHL for 10 seasons. In total,…
Read moreToday in Hockey History: Feb. 4
Wayne GretzkyThe greatest player to ever strap on a pair of skates had himself three big nights on this date in National Hockey League history. Both teams in New York had…
Read moreAlex Ovechkin documentary, ‘GR8TNESS’, will feature sit-down interview with Wayne Gretzky
Wayne GretzkyABC will air a special on Washington Capitals’ captain Alex Ovechkin before the All-Star Game on Saturday. Entitled “GR8TNESS”, the one-hour-long documentary will air at 2 pm on Saturday, February 4. The show will also […]
Read moreThe Best NHL Defensemen Ever
Wayne GretzkyThe NHL has a long and storied existence. Legendary teams, lines and players serve as a reminder of days gone by while today’s players continue to forge the legacy left…
Read more812 goals and counting: The Alex Ovechkin goal-scoring tracker
Washington CapitalsOvi has passed Gordie Howe for second in all-time NHL goals with 802. See highlights of his goals from this season's chase.
Read moreToday in Hockey History: Jan. 30
Wayne GretzkyOn this date in National Hockey League history, the best two players of their generation hit major milestones on the same night. Also, a whole slew of Hockey Hall of Famers had big performances, and this date has given fans in Boston plenty to cheer about. However, the , as he became the sixth play...
Read moreFans can’t stop laughing at what Alex Ovechkin did just before his power play goal; there’s no one like him
Wayne GretzkyAlex Ovechkin is the greatest goal scorer in NHL history. Well, at least it looks like he will retire as it. The Great Eight just can’t stop scoring goals, and he isn’t slowing down despite ... The post Fans can’t stop laughing at what Alex Ovechkin did just before his power play goal; there’s no on...
Read moreAlex Ovechkin scores 812th career goal on Wayne Gretzky’s birthday
Dmitry OrlovAlex Ovechkin got Wayne Gretzky “a gift” on The Great One’s 62nd birthday. Set up in his office, Ovechkin scored his 32nd goal of the season and his tenth PPG of the year. The goal […]
Read moreWayne Gretzky – The Great One’s 10 Most Unbreakable Records
Wayne GretzkyWayne Gretzky spent his entire professional hockey career (20 seasons in the NHL and one in the WHA) rewriting the record books. When ‘The Great One’ retired following the 1998-99…
Read moreEdmonton Oilers Jersey History
Wayne GretzkyThe National Hockey League version of the has always been an all-or-nothing team. For their first 13 seasons – starting in 1979-80, the Oilers made the playoffs every single year, winning five Stanley Cups and only losing in the first round on three occasions. A soft, comforting blue with just eno...
Read moreToday in Hockey History: Jan. 21
Wayne GretzkyTwo of the greatest goal-scorers in the history of the National Hockey League had milestone moments on this date. Also, new franchise highs were established, memorable All-Star Games were played,…
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