Wayne Gretzky: he’s uncomfortable chatting about himself, and often deflects any praise to other people. Despite his God-given, unbelievable hockey skills, he has always recognized that greatness is not achieved by singular act. And he’s very quick to recognize the contributions of others. Still, as he sauntered on to TD Garden ice Thursday night, not […]
Wayne Gretzky, known as "The Great One," is the architect of hockey's growth. His humility and relocation to the U.S. in 1988 helped popularize the sport there, while his influence and teamwork have driven its expansion and skill development in both Canada and the U.S.
