
By the Numbers: “The Great One”—Why #99 Stands Alone in NHL History
Why is #99 the NHL’s only league-wide retired number? Because Wayne Gretzky didn’t just dominate hockey—he redefined the game of hockey in record-breaking ways.

Why is #99 the NHL’s only league-wide retired number? Because Wayne Gretzky didn’t just dominate hockey—he redefined the game of hockey in record-breaking ways.

In NHL history, only Wayne Gretzky has cracked the 200-point season—and he did it four times. A look at one of the untouchable NHL records of "The Great One".

Bernie Parent wasn’t just a Hall of Fame goalie—he backstopped the Philadelphia Flyers to back-to-back Stanley Cups and made a city believe it was unbeatable.

Kelly Hrudey’s determination defined games—from the legendary "Easter Epic" to Hollywood lights to the broadcast booth. How one goalie thrived under pressure.

From Kelly Hrudey’s grind to Jonathan Quick’s glory, #32 became the heartbeat of the Kings’ crease—effort, trust, and championships.

Hidden in plain sight, the number “20” is hockey’s quiet heartbeat—from steady jersey legends to the three 20-minute bursts that shape every game.