Today in Chicago History: Rookie Wayne Gretzky makes his NHL debut at Chicago Stadium

1979: Edmonton Oilers rookie Wayne Gretzky made his NHL debut against the Chicago Blackhawks at Chicago Stadium. He was held ...
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Today in Sports - Edmonton’s Wayne Gretzky scores his first career NHL goal

1979 — Edmonton’s Wayne Gretzky scores his first NHL goal in a 4-4 tie with the Vancouver Canucks. Gretzky beats goaltender Glen Hanlon with the game-tying power-play goal with 1:09 remaining in the ...

Wayne Gretzky and Janet Jones' relationship timeline: From Dance Fever to a marriage of more than 30 years

Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky and Janet Jones' enduring love story began with a chance meeting in 1981, reigniting at a 1987 Lakers game. Their shared m ...

Sports equinox: The 26 biggest moments, including a no-hitter, a Wayne Gretzky milestone and George Steinbrenner's temper

History was made during the first-ever sports equinox. With their 2-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles, the Pittsburgh Pirates ...

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

Former Team Canada GMs Wayne Gretzky and Steve Yzerman warn Doug Armstrong ahead of roster selection for 2026 Olympics.