Wayne Gretzky
The Great One
4 Stanley Cups • 9 Hart Trophies • NHL All-Time Leading Scorer
Biography
Wayne Douglas Gretzky, known as "The Great One," is widely regarded as the greatest hockey player of all time. Born on January 26, 1961, in Brantford, Ontario, Canada, Gretzky revolutionized the game of ice hockey with his exceptional vision, creativity, and hockey IQ.
During his 20-year NHL career, Gretzky shattered nearly every offensive record in the books. His 894 goals and 1,963 assists for a total of 2,857 points remain the most dominant statistical achievements in professional hockey history.
Gretzky won four Stanley Cup championships with the Edmonton Oilers in the 1980s and was awarded the Hart Memorial Trophy as league MVP nine times. He led the league in scoring eleven times and was named to the NHL All-Star team on 15 occasions.
After retiring in 1999, Gretzky became the first player to have his number (99) retired league-wide across all NHL teams. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame immediately, with the customary three-year waiting period waived.
Career Highlights
🏒 4× Stanley Cup Champion (1984, 1985, 1987, 1988)
🏆 9× Hart Memorial Trophy (MVP)
👑 10× Art Ross Trophy (Leading Scorer)
⭐ 5× Lady Byng Memorial Trophy
💎 2× Conn Smythe Trophy (Playoff MVP)
🎯 NHL All-Time Leading Scorer (2,857 points)
🏅 NHL All-Time Assists Leader (1,963)
⭐ 15× NHL All-Star
Career Statistics
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Career Timeline
Drafted by Edmonton Oilers, begins NHL career
Breaks single-season scoring record with 164 points
Wins four Stanley Cups with Edmonton Oilers
Traded to Los Angeles Kings in historic deal
Leads Kings to first Stanley Cup Final appearance
Becomes NHL's all-time leading goal scorer
Retires from professional hockey
Number 99 retired league-wide across NHL