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He is the leading career point scorer in NHL history.
15 Interesting Facts About Wayne Gretzky
Renowned as 'The Great One,' this Canadian hockey legend redefined the sport with his unparalleled scoring and playmaking abilities, leading the Edmonton Oilers to four Stanley Cups and becoming the NHL's all-time leading scorer.
Position
Centre
Jersey
#99
Status
Retired
Teams
5
Facts
15
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His jersey number 99 was retired league-wide by the NHL.
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He won four Stanley Cups with the Edmonton Oilers.
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He has more career assists than any other player has total career points.
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The area behind the opponent's net became known as "his office" due to his strategic play there.
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He is the only NHL player to record over 200 points in a single season, a feat he accomplished four times.
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He won the Hart Memorial Trophy as the NHL's Most Valuable Player eight consecutive times.
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He was named the Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year in 1982, becoming the first hockey player and Canadian to receive the honor.
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He played only eight games for the Indianapolis Racers before being traded to the Edmonton Oilers.
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His trade to the Los Angeles Kings in 1988 was so impactful that a Canadian politician demanded the government block it.
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He scored his 50th goal in only his 39th game during the 1981-82 season, breaking a 35-year-old record.
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He was offered a contract by the Toronto Blue Jays after batting .492 in a junior baseball league in 1980.
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He consistently scored last in strength tests among the Edmonton Oilers, bench pressing only 140 pounds.
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He led the 1978 World Junior Championships in scoring with 17 points at age 16.
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He was inducted into the IIHF Hall of Fame in 2000.
About Wayne Gretzky
Known as 'The Great One,' he is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played 20 seasons in the NHL, primarily as a center. He is the leading career point scorer and assist producer in NHL history, leading the Edmonton Oilers to four Stanley Cup championships. His unparalleled vision and playmaking ability revolutionized the game, solidifying his legacy as the greatest hockey player ever.
Career Achievements & Milestones
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Stanley Cup Champion
1984, 1985, 1987, 1988
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Hart Memorial Trophy
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Art Ross Trophy
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Conn Smythe Trophy
1985, 1988
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Hockey Hall of Fame Induction
1999
Player Information & Stats
Detailed career statistics and background information about Wayne Gretzky.
Player Info
Country: Canada
Position: Centre
Jersey #: 99
Status: Retired
Age: 64 years old
Physical Stats
Height: 6' 0" (183 cm)
Weight: 185 lbs (84 kg)
Born: Brantford, Ontario
Career Stats
Seasons: 21
Goals: 940
Assists: 2027
Points: 2967
Teams: 5
Hall of Fame: ✓ Inducted
Teams & Career
Indianapolis Racers Edmonton Oilers Los Angeles Kings St. Louis Blues New York Rangers
Wayne Gretzky played for 5 different teams during his 21 seasons career.