Wayne Gretzky doesn't need another article extolling his virtues as the greatest offensive player in the history of hockey... ... Hours of practice as a youngster had given him such a keen understanding of the game that he could execute the most difficult of passes with great ease. read more
So yes, Gretzky was absolute the best player in the world for a solid 15 years and his numbers are well deserved, but I don't think he gets 894-1,963-2,857 if he spent those first 10 on the 80s Rockies/Devils. read more