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Wayne Gretzky Reveals the One Team He Regrets Not Playing for Before Retirement

Published July 23, 2023 at 10:07
BY JULIEN TREKKER

Gretzky Missed out on Playing for His Favorite Team

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Wayne Gretzky, often referred to as The Great One, is arguably the best player to have ever graced the NHL.

He scored 2,857 points in 1,487 games for the Oilers, the Kings, the Blues, and the Rangers.


Watching him play was simply amazing, and his impact on the League is larger than life.

Recently, he made a surprising revelation, stating that he would have loved to play for a particular team.

Gretzky Wanted to Play for the Sabres



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As a young boy, Gretzky was an ardent Sabres fan, thanks to his father. He wasn't just a fan; he studied their game meticulously.

Here's what Matthew Fairburn wrote in The Athletic:

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While it's unfortunate that Gretzky's opportunity to play for the Sabres has passed, there might still be a chance for him to join the team in a management role if he truly wishes to work for them.

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