Wayne Gretzky: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Alex Ovechkin is close to previously unimaginable milestone

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin one goal away from previously unimaginable milestone

The Washington Capitals were 5-1 winners over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday night, with Alex Ovechkin contributing one of the goals.

Leafs failed to trade Nick Robertson for Blue Jackets star

Joseph Woll returning to Maple Leafs from personal leave

Sharks have correct stance on struggling goalie Yaroslav Askarov

Canucks acquire Blackhawks forward in exchange for draft pick

Contender or pretender? Analyzing five surprisingly hot NHL starts

San Jose Sharks News / Sporting News / October 23

Sharks' Macklin Celebrini ties Wayne Gretzky for incredible NHL record

The kid can really play.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 20

Steve Yzerman, Wayne Gretzky hit Team Canada Olympics GM with warning

The 2026 Milan Olympics wil feature NHL players in the Men’s Ice Hockey competition for the first time since 2012. After a legendary 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game, Canada and the USA both have gold medal aspirations.

Mikko Rantanen News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '2024-25 NHL 30-goal scorers' quiz

How many of the 46 players to score 30 or more goals in the 2024-25 NHL season can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Maple Leafs' John Tavares Joins Wayne Gretzky in Exclusive Four-Player Club

John Tavares made NHL history on Saturday night, becoming just the fourth player ever to record 500 points with two different teams. The milestone came during the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 4–3 overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken at Scotiabank Arena.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Edmonton Oilers News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Wayne Gretzky Reacts to Connor McDavid’s $25 Million Oilers Deal

Wayne Gretzky believes Connor McDavid’s new contract with the Edmonton Oilers says more about his priorities than his paycheck. Speaking on the "NHL on TNT" broadcast during the season opener between the Los Angeles Kings and Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday, Gretzky praised McDavid’s decision to take less money to stay with the Oilers.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Wayne Gretzky Predicts Winner of 2026 Stanley Cup Final

Wayne Gretzky didn’t hesitate when asked to make his Stanley Cup pick on the NHL on TNT’s season-opening panel Wednesday night. As TNT's broadcast show,

NHL News / Bleacher Report / October 8

Watch: NHL on TNT Crew Makes Their 2026 Stanley Cup Final Picks

NHL News / Sports Media Watch / October 6

News: F1-Apple, Sox-RSNs, Gretzky extension and more

The following article "News: F1-Apple, Sox-RSNs, Gretzky extension and more" originally appeared on Sports Media Watch. F1 and Apple are reportedly close to announcing their media rights deal.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 6

Wayne Gretzky signs contract extension with TNT to remain an analyst

Wayne Gretzky is known as The Great One. Gretzky is the greatest player of all time, and will now be continuing his career in association with the NHL.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 6

Wayne Gretzky to remain NHL analyst for Turner Sports

Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky has reached agreement on a multi-year contract extension to remain as an NHL analyst with Turner Sports. The news was announced Monday on the NHL on TNT official account on X.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 1

McDavid’s Future Is Oilers’ Biggest Gamble Since Gretzky

Connor McDavid isn’t just a player on an expiring contract. He’s the best hockey player on the planet, the face of the Edmonton Oilers, and maybe the most gifted skater we’ve ever seen.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 25

Could the Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin break another Wayne Gretzky record?

The Washington Capitals had a surprising 2024-25 campaign, finishing as the top team in the Eastern Conference. The highlight of the season may have been Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record.

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The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 15

Top 100 Oilers: No. 78 — Jimmy Carson

Oilersnation is reviving the Top 100 Edmonton Oilers of All Time list, a project originally created by the late Robin Brownlee in 2015. Jimmy Carson comes in at No.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest nicknames in NHL history

Sometimes, your given name just isn't enough. Hockey has had some great nicknames over the years, from ones that are simple and fitting ("The Great One"), to some that are just a perfect play on a player's actual name ("Pickles").

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / August 22

Fans Can’t Believe Nazar Makes More Than Gretzky Ever Did

If you were to give Wayne Gretzky a dose of truth serum this week, one has to wonder what he might say about Frank Nazar‘s new contract with the Chicago Blackhawks.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?

There is no title celebration quite like the captain of an NHL team hoisting the Stanley Cup. We mean, unless you love to see sweaty racecar drivers dump milk all over their heads.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / August 9

37 Years Ago: How Scribe Says He Broke the Gretzky Trade With 6 Phone Calls

On August 9, 1988, the hockey world was turned upside down when Wayne Gretzky — the sport’s biggest star — was traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Los Angeles Kings.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / August 6

What Could Have Been if the Oilers Hadn’t Traded Wayne Gretzky

August 9, 1988. Many remember exactly where they were. Edmonton wasn’t just quiet—it was stunned. Out of nowhere, the unthinkable had happened: Wayne Gretzky, The Great One, had been traded to the Los Angeles Kings.

Edmonton Oilers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21

Wayne Gretzky criticizes Oilers after Stanley Cup loss

Wayne Gretzky did not hold back on his former team.

It's time for Connor McDavid to give the Oilers an ultimatum

John Tavares beats the CRA: what the ruling means for Maple Leafs and future free agents

Anaheim Ducks reportedly place 37-goal scorer on the trade block

25 great NHL teams that somehow didn't win the Stanley Cup

The 'Famous NHL nicknames' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / May 29

Wayne Gretzky Makes Shocking Stanley Cup Finals Prediction Involving the Edmonton Oilers

Hockey's greatest all-time player, Wayne Gretzky, never shies away from the spotlight, and this time he predicted the Oilers will make the finals and do some damage.

Dallas Stars News / Larry Brown Sports / May 20

Wayne Gretzky made surprising move after Stars' playoff win

Wayne Gretzky made a surprise appearance in one team’s locker room after they advanced to the Western Conference Finals, but it is not the team one might necessarily have expected.

Ranking the starting goaltenders in NHL conference finals

The 25 most unlikely Stanley Cup Final heroes

The 'Stanley Cup-winning Edmonton Oilers' quiz

Washington Capitals News / Larry Brown Sports / April 7

Wayne Gretzky followed through on his promise to Alex Ovechkin

Wayne Gretzky was on hand as Alex Ovechkin broke his all-time record by scoring his 895th career goal on Sunday. That was not the only pledge Gretzky followed through on, either.

Watch: Alex Ovechkin passes Wayne Gretzky for most NHL goals

The 23 NHL players who have scored 60+ goals in one season

The 'Most 30-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / March 27

Penguins' Sidney Crosby breaks impressive Wayne Gretzky record

Sidney Crosby continues to set the standard.

Watch: Alexander Ovechkin scores goal No. 889 vs. Jets

The 23 NHL players who have scored 60+ goals in one season

The 'NHL all-time assist leaders' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 24

Sidney Crosby getting closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky record

Sidney Crosby, even at 37 years old, remains one of the league's best players and is closing in on a milestone that would have him break a longstanding Wayne Gretzky record.

Watch: Bruins, Kings goalies tried to fight before officials stopped them

Will Boston move on from HC?

Blue Jackets have some needed reinforcements on the way

Back-to-back-to-back Stanley Cup champion announces NHL retirement

T.J. Hughes, Karsen Dorwart among NCAA free agents to keep an eye on

Wisconsin women's hockey takes national title in OT win over Ohio State