Wow, what a great site put out by CBC, (Canadian Broadcasting Company). If you are a Gretzky fan like I am, you will love going back and actually re-experiencing his career. I can recall so many of the moments shown, but even if you cannot, you will feel like you have lived it with him by the time you are finished.
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The Great Wayne Gretzky
Jan.26,1960-Dec.31,1988By now it's practically hockey legend. Wayne Gretzky started playing the game in the backyard rink built by his dad. It marked the beginning of the most spectacular career in hockey history. From the time Gretzky donned his first pair of skates at age two to the shocking trade that took him south of the border, we look at how the "Great One" set the bar higher for Canada's favourite game.
Prodigy on ice.
Wayne Gretzky talks about honing his hockey skills from a young age.
Broadcast Jan. 18, 1982.
Archive: Television, Duration: 1:52
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The Story.The kid definitely has what the interviewer describes as "God-given" talent. But, as shown in these early home videos aired on CBC, Wayne Gretzky has worked hard to develop his skills ever since he was two. Whether it's practising in the backyard rink of his Brantford home or becoming the top scorer for his town's Nadrofsky Steelers by age 11, there's no denying Gretzky's love of hockey began at a young age.
Did You Know?
• Wayne Gretzky was born on Jan. 26, 1961 in Brantford, Ont. He is the oldest of five children born to Walter and Phyllis Gretzky. Walter, who worked for Bell Canada for over three decades, was Wayne's first hockey coach. Wayne has always credited his father as being the most influential figure in his life.
• Walter Gretzky is often referred to as the ultimate hockey dad. Every winter he would flood the backyard, put up lights and set up nets so the neighbourhood kids could play hockey at what was dubbed the "Wally Coliseum." • "All I wanted to do in the winters was be on the ice. I'd get up in the morning, skate from 7 to 8:30 a.m., go to school, come home at 3:30 p.m., stay on the ice until my mom insisted I come in for dinner, eat in my skates, then go back out until 9 p.m." — Wayne Gretzky from Gretzky: An Autobiography, published in 1990. • The first major newspaper article on Wayne Gretzky ran in the Toronto Telegram on Oct. 28, 1971. It was written by John Iaboni. Iaboni said he knew he was seeing something special when he saw the 4-foot-10, 70-pound 10 year old play for the Nadrofsky Steelers in the Brantford peewee league.
• Whenever young Gretzky scored a goal, he'd lift his knee and bring down his right arm like he was pulling on a train whistle. Gretzky started doing his famous kick at age 10 when he saw an older player do it and thought it looked cool.Credits
CBC Television Special
Gretzky… The Kid Next Door
Broadcast Date: Jan. 18, 1982
Medium: Television
Interviewee(s): Wayne Gretzky
Announcer: John Wells
Duration: 00:01:52
Program number: EDM
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Hockey's meteoric star
A 13-year-old Wayne Gretzky in conversation with CBC's Peter Gzowski.
Broadcast Mar. 25, 1974.
Archive: Radio, Duration: 20:19
The Story
Recognition comes early for Wayne Gretzky. He begins signing autographs at age 10, is the focus of countless newspaper articles and a TV special by age 11. By the time of this 1974 interview with CBC's Peter Gzowski, the 13 year old is a seasoned hockey star. Yet when asked if he's going to turn pro, the 5-foot-2, 93-pound whiz kid tells Gzowski: "All I can say is I hope." "How much do you think you might be worth? Would you believe a million dollars?" asks Gzowski. "I don't know," says Gretzky, his voice cracking. Gzowski describes his young guest as grinning and shaking his head in disbelief at the question.
Did You Know?
• CBC's Peter Gzowski, a fan and a friend to Wayne Gretzky, later wrote about meeting the 13-year-old hockey prodigy. "He looked like a squirrel... a slim, solemn, blond, not unattractive kid in a hockey jacket but, nevertheless, a squirrel." — Peter Gzowski from Total Gretzky, published in 1999. • Gretzky was also a talented track star and a baseball player. In 1971, the 10-year-old athlete was quoted in John Iaboni's article as saying: "If I couldn't play hockey I'd like to play baseball with the Oakland Athletics and Vida Blue." • Gretzky said that he owed everything he has to his father. "Don't get pigheaded on me," Walter always reminded his son. "No matter how good you are, there's always someone better." • Gretzky's signature sweater tuck originated at age six. Since he was four years younger than the next youngest player on the team, his hockey sweater didn't fit properly. Gretzky's oversized sweater would get caught on his stick on his shooting side. One day Gretzky's father tucked that side of the sweater in his pants. It's remained there ever since. • By the time Gretzky was 11, he made a name for himself by scoring 378 goals and 116 assists in a 78-game season playing for the Brantford's Nadrofsky Steelers. He won the scoring race by 238 goals. That was the year journalist John Herbert dubbed him "The Great Gretzky."
Credits
This Country in the Morning
Broadcast Date: Mar. 25, 1974
Medium: Radio
Interviewee(s): Wayne Gretzky, Ron St. Amand
Host: Peter Gzowski
Duration: 00:20:19
Program number: 971122-20(19)
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Ordinary guy with extraordinary talent
Gretzky on the pressures of being a hockey icon at 16.
Broadcast Nov. 8, 1977.
Archive: Television, Duration: 9:00
The Story
At 16, Wayne Gretzky is a legitimate celebrity. As shown in this 1977 CBC Television clip, news of his astounding talent is drawing record crowds. Legions of adoring fans greet him at hockey rinks, airports and even on the streets. Gretzky is the main attraction for the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, one of the top teams in the Ontario Hockey Association. Despite all the fanfare, Gretzky shows remarkable poise on and off the ice. He is patient with the media as well as the onslaught of autograph-seekers.
The pimply-faced teenager says he's getting used to the pressures of being one of the most talked about hockey players in history. Even his parents seem to have confidence in their son's ability to deal with the deluge of demands. What really concerns Gretzky isn't the hype but gaining weight. He tells CBC's Peter Gzowski how his slim 160-pound frame has earned him the nickname "pretzel" from his teammates.
Did You Know?
• During his one and only season with the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, Gretzky set a new franchise record, scoring 70 goals in 64 games. • Gretzky started wearing number 99 while he was a Greyhound. He wanted to be number 9 as a homage to his hockey hero Gordie Howe, but it was already taken by another player. The first time he wore 99, he was teased but managed to score three goals. From that day on, Gretzky has always worn the number. • In Gretzky: An Autobiography Gretzky wrote how he would switch team jackets with goalie Greg Stefan to get a break from the autograph-seekers. Stefan and Gretzky were about the same height and had the same colour hair. Stefan even signed autographs on Gretzky's behalf. The only problem was that Stefan signed Gretzky with an "s" instead of a "z." Gretzky later laughed that there must be people out there who believe he's so dumb he can't spell his own name.
Credits
90 Minutes Live
Broadcast Date: Nov. 8, 1977
Medium: Television
Interviewee(s): Wayne Gretzky
Host: Peter Gzowski
Duration: 00:09:00
Program number: Current Affairs
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The whiz kid turns pro
The 17-year-old signs a $1.75 million contract with the Indianapolis Racers.
Broadcast Jun. 14, 1978.
Archive: Radio, Duration: 7:05
The Story
Wayne Gretzky embarks on a professional hockey career after just one season in the junior hockey league. After a short but successful season with the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, Gretzky signs a seven-year, $1.75 million contract to play for the Indianapolis Racers in the World Hockey Association. Gretzky's decision is controversial since both the NHL and the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association discourage signing players before they are 20. Gretzky is only 17. But he defends his decision on CBC's As It Happens, saying it was the right one for him. "Why should I play Major A hockey at $75 a week when I can go out and make a living?"
Did You Know?
• It took the 17-year-old rookie some time before he scored his first goal as a professional hockey player. It happened during his fifth game, against the Edmonton Oilers. Gretzky scored his second goal just four seconds later. • Gretzky had his own fan club — the Great Gretzky Fan Club for those 17 and under — even before he played a single game for the Racers. • In 1979, Gretzky played on the same line with his hockey hero Gordie Howe. It was in Edmonton during the World Hockey Association's All-Star Series. The series featured some of the best players from the WHA against the Moscow Dynamo. Gretzky, Howe and Howe's son Mark led the WHA to a two game sweep of the visiting team. • "Now Gordie Howe is my kind of player. He had so many tricks around the net no wonder he scored so many goals. I'd like to be just like him." — 10-year-old Wayne GretzkyCredits
As It Happens
Broadcast Date: Jun. 14, 1978
Medium: Radio
Interviewee(s): Wayne Gretzky
Hosts: Elizabeth Gray, Alan Maitland
Duration: 00:07:05
Program number: Current Affairs
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Number 99 goes to Edmonton
Gretzky's trade is the beginning of the Oilers dynasty.
Broadcast Nov. 3, 1978.
Archive: Television, Duration: 2:11
The Story
After just eight games with the Indianapolis Racers, Wayne Gretzky is traded to Edmonton along with veteran players Peter Driscoll and goalie Eddie Mio. The whiz kid is at the centre of the trade. During a break while practising with his new teammates in Edmonton, Gretzky tells CBC Television that he's trying not to think about the pressure. The 17-year-old is more concerned with finding room and board. "I'm not ready to live on my own yet," says Gretzky. "I can't cook my own meals yet."
Did You Know?
• Edmonton, which was part of the World Hockey Association, was swallowed by the more prestigious National Hockey League for the 1979-80 season along with Quebec, Winnipeg and Hartford. • The WHA folded in 1979. • Gretzky finished the 1978-79 season with the Edmonton Oilers with 110 points. He was named the WHA's Rookie of the Year. • Eddie Mio was the best man at Gretzky's wedding to actress Janet Jones in 1988. • Edmonton Oilers owner Peter Pocklington signed Gretzky to a 10-year, $3 million contract on his 18th birthday. A year later Gretzky shared his thoughts with CBC Television about being part of the up-and-coming Edmonton team. • As part of his 19th birthday celebrations, Gretzky attended an ABBA concert in Edmonton. Crowds went wild when one of the singers came out on stage wearing a number 99 jersey. • In 1979, defenseman Kevin Lowe and centre Mark Messier joined the Edmonton Oilers. The two, along with Gretzky, were a force to be reckoned with on and off the ice. Lowe and Messier became two of Gretzky's closest friends. • In 1981, Edmonton drafted goalie Grant Fuhr. Gretzky said Fuhr was the best goalie who ever lived.Credits
Newsday: Wayne Gretzky
Broadcast Date: Nov. 3, 1978
Medium: Television
Interviewee(s): Peter Driscoll, Wayne Gretzky, Eddie Mio
Duration: 00:02:11
Program number: EDM
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50 goals in 39 games
The hockey world shakes its head in disbelief at Gretzky's unbelievable feat.
Broadcast Dec. 31, 1981.
Archive: Radio, Duration: 5:20
The Story
It is an incredible achievement. On Dec. 30, 1981, Gretzky scores on an empty net in the remaining seconds of the game against Philadelphia. It's his fifth goal of the game and, more astoundingly, his 50th goal of the season. Gretzky has done the impossible. He has eclipsed Montreal legend Maurice "Rocket" Richard's 36-year record of 50 goals in 50 games. Gretzky does it in 39 games and the world is stunned. But Gretzky, as heard in this CBC Radio clip, seems to be taking it all in stride.
Did You Know?
• The first thing Wayne Gretzky did after scoring his 50th was call his father. Walter had no idea of his son's astonishing feat because the game in Philadelphia wasn't televised back in Canada. When Wayne told his dad about the record, Walter replied, "Geez, what took you so long?" • Gretzky later called that night one of the greatest nights of his life. "The Great One" later went on to beat Phil Esposito's record of 76 goals in a single season, a record many said would be impossible to shatter. He did it against the Buffalo Sabres on Feb. 24, 1982. He scored four goals that night, beating Buffalo 6-3. Phil Esposito was on hand to present Gretzky with the record-breaking puck. He eventually finished the season with an astounding record of 92 goals. • Like many athletes, Gretzky is superstitious and meticulously followed certain rituals before every game. He'd get dressed exactly the same way every time. He put on his left shin pad, left outer pad, then right, same order, left sock, hockey sock, shin pad, then pants, then left skate, right skate, shoulder pads, then left elbow pad, right elbow pad, sweater, tuck the right side in, go out on the ice for warm-ups and then miss the first shot wide right. • Gretzky wrote in Gretzky: An Autobiography that he is terrified of flying. He even went to a hypnotherapist and took mind-control classes in his unsuccessful attempts to get over his fear. Then a pilot snuck Gretzky into the cockpit and showed him how the buttons and gears worked. Gretzky said that it finally helped him feel better about being on a plane. Despite all that, he refuses to fly on Friday the 13th. • Right before a game, Gretzky wrote in his autobiography, he used to "eat like a prisoner." He played best on four hot dogs with plenty of mustard and onions. For a game-day breakfast, he'd eat two or three scrambled eggs with bacon and whole-wheat toast. For lunch he'd chow down on steak or veal with some vegetables and then right before he went on the ice he'd have a sandwich, a milkshake and a big piece of pie. • Gretzky has always worn very tight skates. He says it's because it gives him more control. He wears size 10 shoes but takes size 8½ skates. Gretzky's toes are double-jointed so he's able to curl them up inside his skates and not have the tight fit bother him.
• In 1982, Gretzky was named Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year. Gretzky said it was the award he cherished most because he'd beat out great athletes from all sports. • In January 1982, Gretzky became the richest man in hockey. He signed a contract with the Edmonton Oilers worth $20 million over 15 years. The deal included an Edmonton shopping mall.Credits
CBC Radio News
Broadcast Date: Dec. 31, 1981
Medium: Radio
Reporter: Mark Lee, Announcer: Jan Tennant
Duration: 00:05:20
Program number: Current Affairs
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Biggest thrill of his career.
The "Great One" finally hoists hockey's top crown, the Stanley Cup.
Broadcast May 19, 1984.
Archive: Radio, Duration: 1:18
The StoryIn just five seasons, Wayne Gretzky rewrites the NHL record book. But despite all the accolades and awards, hockey's ultimate prize, the Stanley Cup, continues to elude number 99. Gretzky later wrote in Gretzky: An Autobiography that he wanted the Stanley Cup so bad he could "taste the silver." That all changes on May 19, 1984. The Edmonton Oilers win 5-2 against the four-time defending champion New York Islanders in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup finals. Canadians are ecstatic as Gretzky and the Oilers bring the Stanley Cup back to Canada. No one is more excited than folks back in Edmonton. As heard in this CBC Radio report, Edmontonians are going wild.
Did You Know?
• Gretzky later described winning his first Stanley Cup as the biggest thrill of his career. Gretzky would lead the Oilers to three more Stanley Cups in 1985, 1987 and 1988. • After winning the Stanley Cup, Gretzky said the endorsement requests became relentless. Some of his unusual endorsements include Gretzky sheets, Gretzky wallpaper, Gretzky chocolate bars and even a Gretzky doll. • The Gretzky doll retailed for $15.95. Gretzky hated the doll. He said he'd seen one too many Gretzky dolls hanging from a noose or simply on fire. • Gretzky was made an officer of the Order of Canada in July 1984. But he actually picked up the medal 14 years later in 1998 because of his hectic schedule. • Gretzky is one of a handful of celebrities who had his portrait done by Andy Warhol. Warhol made seven original prints and gave one to Gretzky. • When Gretzky first met Muhammad Ali, he recalled in his autobiography, the first thing the boxer said was: "Hey, you're not the greatest! I am the greatest! They call you the "Great One" but only I am the greatest." • Gretzky, a self-professed soap opera junkie, made a guest appearance on the Young and the Restless in 1981. He played a mobster named "Wayne." Many critics felt that Gretzky's talents were best realized on the ice. • He also hosted Saturday Night Live in 1989 to less than glowing reviews. Some of Gretzky's skits included "Fishing With the Anal-Retentive Sportsman," "Wayne's World" and "Waikiki Hockey."Credits
CBC Radio News
Broadcast Date: May 19, 1984
Medium: Radio
Reporter: Byron Christopher
Duration: 00:01:18
Program number: Current Affairs
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Hockey's royal wedding
Edmontonians celebrate the marriage between its hockey king and his Hollywood bride.
Broadcast Jul. 16, 1988.
Archive: Television, Duration: 2:25
The Story:It's a love story of royal proportions. Edmontonians have come out in droves to see their favourite hero marry American actress Janet Jones. It is one of the biggest events in the city's history. As seen in this CBC Television footage, well-wishers have lined every inch of the route from the church to the reception. Hockey stars Gordie Howe and Paul Coffey, along with actor Alan Thicke, a longtime friend, provide some of the glitz but much of it comes in the form Gretzky's new bride. Jones looks every inch the Hollywood celebrity in an elaborate wedding dress.
Did You Know?
• Wayne Gretzky first met Janet Jones in 1981 when he was a celebrity judge on a dance contest show called Dance Fever. The 16-year-old Jones was a dancer on the show. But it wasn't until six years later during a chance meeting at a Celtics-Lakers basketball game in Los Angeles that sparks began to fly.
• In 1988, Janet Jones talked candidly to the CBC about being very much in love with Canada's hockey hero. • Janet Jones starred in movies including The Flamingo Kid (1984), A Chorus Line (1985), American Anthem (1986) and Police Academy 5: Assignment: Miami Beach (1988). In 1995, Janet Jones-Gretzky appeared in an exercise tape called The Firm: Totally Body - Low Impact Aerobics. • The other significant blonde in Gretzky's life was Canadian singer Vicky Moss. They dated from 1980 to 1987 but broke up just prior to Gretzky's chance meeting with Jones. • The media frenzy surrounding Gretzky's wedding was fanatic. It got so bad that Gretzky held a press conference to set the record straight about rumours of lavish spending. Edmonton newspapers had reported that Gretzky spent $40,000 on the wedding dress and ordered crates of champagne at $3,000 per bottle. But according to Gretzky, the dress had 40,000 sequins and the champagne was free, thanks to a friend. • During the wedding reception, best man Eddie Mio urged Gretzky's past girlfriends to return keys to Gretzky's apartment. He supposedly had 30 made. One by one all of Gretzky's "ex-girlfriends" obliged. People were laughing as Paul Coffey's mom and the very pregnant wife of one of Gretzky's teammates joined the procession. At last all but one key remained unreturned. After some urging, the last key holder slowly got up and sheepishly dropped it in the basket. It was Gordie Howe. • Gretzky and his wife, Janet, have five children: Paulina, Ty, Trevor, Tristan and Emma. They currently (2003) live in California.
Credits
The National
Broadcast Date: Jul. 16, 1988
Medium: Television
Host: Susan Ormiston, Reporter: Susan Bonner
Duration: 00:02:25
Program number: NNL
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The shocking trade.
Canadians are stunned as the Great Gretzky is sold to the Americans.
Broadcast Aug. 9, 1988.
Archive: Radio, Duration: 14:54
The StoryThe hockey world is in a state of disbelief as Wayne Gretzky bids a tearful farewell to the city that adopted him through his incomparable 10-year career. As heard in this CBC Radio clip, Canadians, particularly Edmontonians, are stunned by the news that owner Peter Pocklington has traded Canada's greatest hockey player to the Los Angles Kings. Pocklington has done the unthinkable by robbing Edmonton and Canada of the game's greatest champion. In what is the biggest trade in sports history, 27-year-old Gretzky is L.A. bound. Number 99 is traded to the Kings along with Mike Krushelnyski and Marty McSorley in return for Jimmy Carson, Martin Gelinas and the Kings' first round draft picks for 1989, 1991 and 1993. The deal also comes with a price tag of $20 million. Hockey commentators Don Cherry and Roy McGregor tell the CBC's Mary Lou Finlay that the trade is a loss for Gretzky, for Edmonton and for all of Canada.
Did You Know?
• During Gretzky's emotional press conference, Oilers owner Peter Pocklington maintained Number 99's tearful farewell was just an act. "I thought he pulled it off beautifully when he showed how upset he was," Pocklington told a Los Angeles Times reporter. "He wants the big dream. Wayne believes he can revive hockey in the United States or make it a sport to be watched by millions more. Wayne has an ego the size of Manhattan." • Many blamed Gretzky's new bride Janet Jones for the trade, calling her "Jezebel Janet," who forced Gretzky to ask for the move. Jones was compared to Yoko Ono, who stole John Lennon from his adoring fans. Eddie Mio finally set the record straight to CBC's The Journal, saying it was Oilers owner Pocklington who initiated the trade. And that it was also Pocklington's idea to make it seem like the trade was Gretzky's idea. Pocklington vehemently denied it. • Gretzky's trade to the L.A. Kings has been credited for the rising popularity of hockey among Americans. On Oct. 15, 1989, wearing a Kings jersey, Gretzky broke his hockey hero Gordie Howe's all-time points record of 1,850. Gretzky eventually retired with 2,857 points. In 1993, Gretzky took the Kings to the Stanley Cup finals but they lost four games to one against the Montreal Canadiens. • The L.A. Kings traded Gretzky to the St. Louis Blues in February 1996. Gretzky played there for just two and a half months before joining the New York Rangers. He retired as a Ranger in 1999. • Gretzky hung up his skates on April 18, 1999. Upon Gretzky's retirement, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman bestowed on "the Great One" the unique distinction of being the only player in NHL history to have his number retired by all member clubs. It meant that no NHL player would ever wear the number 99 again.
• Seven months after Gretzky's retirement, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, Canada. On Nov. 22, 1999, Gretzky became the 10th and final player in Hockey Hall of Fame history to have the three-year mandatory waiting period waived. • Gretzky holds 61 NHL records, including most career goals, assists and points. He led his league in goals five times, points 11 times and assists 16 times. He won four Stanley Cups. He holds the single-season record for goals, assists and points. He won the Hart Trophy (awarded to the most valuable player)an unprecedented eight years in a row. • In 1998, Gretzky competed for Canada at the 1998 Olympic Winter Games in Nagano, Japan. Canada placed fourth.
• Gretzky was a crucial part of the 1984 and 1987 Team Canada squads. Team Canada led by Gretzky won the Canada Cup in 1987. It was described by many as the greatest hockey tournament. Gretzky was in top form during that tournament. I don't think you'll ever see better hockey than what was played in that series," said Gretzky. "For me, it was probably the best hockey I've ever played." • Gretzky was the executive director of Team Canada's Olympic hockey team in 2002. He was responsible for assembling Canada's best ice hockey players for the Olympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City. Under Gretzky, Team Canada went on to win the gold medal; the first time in 50 years. • Gretzky was part of the first-ever outdoor NHL game held at the Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton on Nov. 22, 2003. Gretzky played in the Heritage Classic alumni game that pitted former Edmonton Oilers against former Montreal Canadiens. He led the Oilers alongside Grant Fuhr, Paul Coffey, Jari Kurri and Mark Messier to a 2-0 victory over the former Habs stars including Guy Lafleur, Steve Shutt, Guy Lapointe, Claude Lemieux and Larry Robinson.
• Gretzky broke his long-standing policy of not playing in old-timers games to participate in the outdoor game in Edmonton. But he declared that it would be his last.
Credits
As It Happens
Broadcast Date: Aug. 9, 1988
Medium: Radio
Interviewee(s): Don Cherry, Roy MacGregor
Hosts: Mary Lou Finlay, Alan Maitland
Duration: 00:14:54
Program number: Current Affairs
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More clips on this subject:The Great Wayne Gretzky
Walter Gretzky on his son's multi-million dollar deal. Broadcast Jan. 21, 1982
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:04:30
Program number: : Current Affairs
Knowlton Nash tries to stop the 'Wayne drain'. Broadcast Aug. 9, 1988
Archive: Radio, Duration: 00:02:47
Program number: : Current Affairs
Gretzky breaks Phil Esposito's single season scoring record. Broadcast Feb. 24, 1982
Archive: Radio, Duration: 00:01:12
Hockey tips for kids from the king of hockey. Broadcast Apr. 14, 1981
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:03:49
Program number: : Current Affairs
Debating Gretzky's monetary worth. Broadcast Jan. 21, 1982
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:06:02
Program number: : Current Affairs
The truth behind Gretzky's L.A. trade. Broadcast Aug. 10, 1988
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:13:23
Wayne Gretzky doll faces off Barbie . Broadcast Jan. 12, 1983
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:01:33
Program number: : EDM
Albertans celebrate as Gretzky breaks Phil Esposito's record. Broadcast Feb. 24, 1982
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:00:58
Program number: : EDM
Gretzky plays table hockey with Tommy Banks. Broadcast Jan. 29, 1981
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:07:49
Program number: : EDM
Wayne Gretzky and Vicky Moss appear on Tommy Banks Live. Broadcast Jan. 29, 1981
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:03:30
Program number: : EDM
19-year-old Gretzky looks back at his past year with the Oilers. Broadcast Jan. 25, 1981
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:04:55
Program number: : EDM
Youngest player on the Edmonton Oilers team. Broadcast Dec. 14, 1978
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:01:43
Program number: : EDM
Janet Jones loves number 99. Broadcast Mar. 22, 1988
Archive: Television, Duration: 00:01:44
Program number: : EDM
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