10 h. ago WARMINGTON: People stirring up Gretzky Order of Canada controversy are out of order

Great One proud of 1st Order of Canada medal, hasn't picked up 2nd because he doesn't want more accolades

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10 h. ago Gretzky the ‘free agent’. Why did Donald Trump refer to the retired Canadian hockey star that way?

Trump posted that he doesn't want Canadians to turn against Gretzky due to their friendship

Sport

14 h. ago Wayne Gretzky's family says he's heartbroken people question his love for Canada

Wayne Gretzky doesn't appear too happy about the criticism he's received in the wake of last week's 4 Nations Face-Off.Named the honorary captain for last week's final of the international hockey tournament against the United States, Gretzky appeared for a ceremonial pregame puck drop alongside American captain Auston Matthews, Canadian captain Connor McDavid, and American Olympic gold medallist and honorary captain Mike Eruzione.But while Eruzione came out in a USA jersey, Gretzky opted for a suit, entered the ice through the American bench, and appeared to give a thumbs up to American players while not offering the same grace to the Canadians.Given the fact that the dual-citizen Gretzky has closely supported Donald Trump — including appearing at his official election party in November and showing up in Washington for his inauguration in January — many Canadians weren’t exactly a fan of the choice."How fickle can people be when someone who has given so much t...

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14 h. ago Janet Gretzky: Comments questioning Wayne's loyalty to Canada have 'broken his heart'

Wife of the Great One thanked hockey icon Bobby Orr for his recent support

Culture

15 h. ago Trump defends Gretzky, says ‘the Great One’ wants Canada to remain Canadian

'I don't want anyone in Canada to say anything bad about him,' the president wrote of his hockey player pal.

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18 h. ago U.S. President Trump takes to social media to defend hockey legend Wayne Gretzky

U.S. President Donald Trump has come to Wayne Gretzky’s defence amid criticism from Canadians regarding the hockey legend’s support of Trump and the United States. On his Truth Social platform, Trump praised Gretzky as “the greatest Canadian” and emphasized his loyalty to Canada. Trump also stated that he doesn’t want Canadians to turn against Gretzky […]

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18 h. ago WARMINGTON: Trump takes Gretzky off hook and now it’s time for Canada to do same

Trump teased he's made The Great One a "free agent" in letting him oppose the notion of Canada becoming America's 51st state

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29 h. ago Gretzky ‘supports Canada the way it is,’ Trump says, amid 4 Nations backlash

The Great One, who attended Trump's inauguration, has found himself in middle of heated rhetoric between Canada, U.S.

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33 h. ago Donald Trump says ‘free agent’ Wayne Gretzky wants Canada to stay Canadian

'Wayne and Janet, his wonderful wife, love Canada, and they should only support Canada, and whatever else makes the Canadian People, and Governor Justin Trudeau, happy'

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64 h. ago Keith Gerein: How much should Edmontonians care about Gretzky's silence on Trump?

For Edmontonians, it’s fair to feel disappointed with Wayne Gretzky's silence at a time of threats to Canada, but it shouldn't matter

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4 d. ago Letters, Feb. 23: Gretzky can wear what he wants, Canada’s still the best

Should the province limit private clinic costs? VOTE IN OUR DAILY ONLINE POLL! WHO CARES? Re: Wayne Gretzky should have worn a Canada jersey in Boston (letters, Feb. 22). I didn’t attend or watch but I bet Wayne looked neat and respectable, most likely in a suit. Point is, who cares? The ‘Great one’ decides, […]

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5 d. ago Letters, Feb. 22: Wayne Gretzky should have worn a Canada jersey in Boston

Is Connor McDavid the best active hockey player? Vote in our daily poll! Watching the opening ceremonies for Thursday night’s 4 Nations Face-off final, I noticed Wayne Gretzky was not wearing a Canadian jersey despite being our honorary captain. I feel betrayed by Wayne. Has he forgotten where he is from? Shame on you Wayne […]

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6 d. ago Questions about Wayne Gretzky's allegiance to Canada surface during 4 Nations

Even over a quarter century after his last NHL game, few people in the sporting world can draw eyeballs quite like Wayne Gretzky.Prior to the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game last night in Boston, Gretzky joined Team Canada captain Sidney Crosby, American captain Auston Matthews, and 1980 Olympic gold medallist Mike Eruzione for the ceremonial puck drop.Gretzky was named the honorary captain on the evening for Team Canada, but it wasn't without a few eyebrows being raised. He entered the ice from the American bench, gave a thumbs up to the American players, and appeared to not even acknowledge Canada nor wear any gear for the team.Gretzky:Enters through US benchGives thumbs up to US playersWears no red or NOTHING repping CanadaDoesn’t even look Team Canada’s wayHe’s a traitor & MAGA cowardGood riddance. #4nations pic.twitter.com/1YqguI3yqF— Alex 🇨🇦 (@alex_upnorth) February 21, 2025Gretzky hasn't exactly kept his political thoughts hidden over the last...

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7 d. ago Wayne Gretzky as Team Canada’s honorary captain doesn’t score with everyone

The Great One serving as Team Canada’s honorary captain made for some great debate on Thursday night.  Wayne Gretzky’s on-ice appearance at TD Garden in Boston during the pre-game ceremony for the Canada-U.S. final at the 4 Nations Face-Off was trending on social media.  The NHL’s all-time scoring leader’s accolades have never been in question. […]

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9 d. ago Opinion: Responding to Trump’s tariffs starts with defending every job — and then building an economy he can’t threaten

Opinion: B.C. workers can do the processing and manufacturing work we have left to others, especially the U.S.

Economics