How many Stanley Cup rings does Wayne Gretzky have?

Wayne Gretzky ‘The Great One’ changed the sport of ice hockey since his debut for the Indianapolis Racers in the World Hockey Organization. He later joined the Edmonton Oilers in the 1979-80 season, leading the team to several victories including five Stanley Cup appearances. 

Often known as the greatest hockey player of all time, Gretzky continues to reign today in the world of sport as the leading goal and point scorer of all time. Although many have chased and broken his records in recent years, his legacy is something no player can ever break. Gretzky brought about a new era in the world of the NHL.

In his 20 NHL career years, he played for four teams namely, Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, St. Louis Blues, and New York Rangers. During his six Stanley Cup appearances, he led the Oilers to victory four times while taking the Kings to the playoff stage for the first. 

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How many Stanley Cup rings does Wayne Gretzky have? 

Wayne Gretzky has 4 Stanley Cup rings. He won all four Stanley Cup events with Edmonton Oilers. Apart from winning 4 Stanley Cups, he also took the team to the playoffs once but failed to secure a win. Gretzky also led the LA. Kings to playoffs finals for the first time in their franchise.

What years did Wayne Gretzky win his Stanley Cup rings?

Wayne Gretzky won his Stanley Cup rings in 1983-84, 1984-85, 1986-87, and 1987-88. During this time, he also won the Conn Smythe Trophy twice as the Most Valuable Player. His achievements only grew in size as he skated down the NHL road further during his professional years.

1984 – 1988 Wayne Gretzky lifts Edmonton Oilers to four Stanley Cup Championships

Wayne Gretzky’s WHA fame carried itself into his NHL career. His puck-moving and goal-scoring technique earned him several trophies. In his first Stanley Cup playoff game, he had 5 assists against Montreal Canadiens in 1981. 

In 1983 the Edmonton Oilers led by Wayne Gretzky once again reached the playoff finals. Unfortunately, they were obliterated by 3-time defending champions NY Islanders. Nevertheless, their experience paid off the following season, as Oilers snatched Cup victory for the first time in a while.

Additionally, he led the team to win three more Championship titles in the following years 1985, 1987, and 1988. ‘The Great One’ was named as an officer of the Order of Canada on 25 June 1984. He was awarded for his outstanding performance in the game of ice hockey.

Former NHLer Ken Dryden talked about Gretzky’s form of play noting, “Gretzky reversed that. He knew he wasn’t big enough, strong enough, or even fast enough to do what he wanted to do if others focused on him.” 

“Like a magician, he had to direct attention elsewhere, to his four teammates on the ice with him, to create the momentary distraction in order to move unnoticed into the open ice where size and strength didn’t matter.” 

“… Gretzky made his opponents compete with five players, not one, and he made his teammates full partners to the game. He made them skate to his level and pass and finish up to his level or they would be embarrassed.”

He was traded from Oilers to LA Kings where Gretzky led the team to their 1st Stanley Cup playoff finals. Kings faced the Oilers but Gretzky led LA to win over his former team but were swept by Calgary Flames instead. 

After being sidelined for a long time during the 1992-93 season, Gretzky led the Kings to their first-time playoff finals in their franchise. Unfortunately, the team lost against the Canadiens in Game 5 with a score of 4-1.

Who has more Stanley Cup rings Wayne Gretzky or Mario Lemieux?

Wayne Gretzky has more Stanley Cup rings compared to Mario Lemieux. Both are legends in their own sphere and have improved the game of the NHL to another level. Gretzky won 4 Stanley Cups, while Lemieux won 2 consecutive Stanley Cups in 1991 and 1992 respectively.

Former NHLer David Morehouse praised Lemieux stating, “I don’t know that there’s another individual who’s had the impact on a franchise that Mario has had on the Pittsburgh Penguins“. 

He further said that Lemieux’s effort paid off as he helped the Penguins to three more Stanley Cups, buying the team out of bankruptcy. Apart from being a player he was also involved in philanthropic work and founded the Mario Lemieux Foundation, “He is one of a kind.”

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