Lemieux or Gretzky: Who Was the Better Player?
Sylvia Kuvalis
2025-04-16 12:30:33
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Wayne Gretzky, often referred to as "The Great One," is synonymous with scoring in the NHL. Gretzky's remarkable career spanned 20 seasons, during which he amassed a staggering 2,857 points (goals and assists combined). His ability to find the back of the net and set up his teammates is unrivaled, as he holds the record for most career assists (1,963) and points (2,857). Gretzky's incredible vision, hockey IQ, and playmaking skills set him apart.
One area where Gretzky has a clear advantage is in championship success. Gretzky won four Stanley Cups with the Edmonton Oilers during the 1980s and added another with the Los Angeles Kings in 1993. His leadership and ability to elevate his game in the playoffs earned him the nickname "Mr. Playoff." Gretzky's records and accomplishments made him the face of the NHL for a generation.
Melvina Towne
2025-04-16 10:20:49
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In head-to-head competition, it would appear that 99 > 66. Through 23 head-to-head games The Great One has a four-goal lead, and a massive lead in assists (14), to give him 18 more points in that span. He also has more assists than Mario has points. Even after leaving the Edmonton Oilers, Gretzky's head-to-head goal total matches Mario, and he narrowly manages to have more assists than Lemieux has points.
Gretzky is a healthy +15 through 14 post-Oilers games, while Mario is at -11. Against this particular opponent however, Mario Lemieux doesn't do all that well, being beaten in goals, assists and points and a having a Plus/Minus rating that makes him look like a major defensive liability in 5-on-5 situations. In 23 games Gretzky had a .761 winning percentage, more goals, more assists, more points, more assists than Lemieux has points, and a far superior Plus/Minus rating.
Simone Ernser
2025-04-16 09:23:21
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Gretzky’s vision and hockey IQ were unparalleled. He had an innate ability to anticipate plays, making those around him better. His assists record, with 1,963, exemplifies this, showcasing his playmaking prowess. Gretzky’s consistent performance over his 20-year career is another testament to his greatness.
Wayne Gretzky, often dubbed “The Great One,” is widely considered the greatest hockey player of all time, and for good reason. His statistical dominance is unmatched; Gretzky holds an astonishing 61 NHL records, including most career points (2,857) and most goals (894).
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