Who was better Orr vs Gretzky?

In the end, Gretzky became the greatest center of all-time and Orr was the NHL’s greatest defenseman. They both changed the game, figuratively and literally. Like when, for example, the NHL rewrote its rulebook because of Gretzky.

Who is closest to Wayne Gretzky in points?

Mario Lemieux came close to Gretzky’s record with a 46-game point scoring streak in 1989-90, and one lengthy streak in recent memory was Sidney Crosby’s 25-game streak in 2010. But it will take a special player with the right timing — and quite frankly luck — to eclipse this record.

What rules were changed because of Wayne Gretzky?

He has an unofficial rule named after him. Because Gretzky and the Oilers were so good in small numbers on the ice, the NHL enacted the “Gretzky Rule,” forcing teams to play at full strength despite the called penalties.

Who is the best hockey defenseman of all time?

1. Nicklas Lidstrom

• NHL All-Rookie Team.
• 4 Time Stanley Cup winner.
• 12 Time All Star.
• 7 Time Norris Trophy winner.
• Conn Smythe Trophy winner (2002)
• Olympic Gold Medal winner (2006)
• Olympic All-Star Team.
• 2-time Viking Award winner (best Swedish ice hockey player in North America)

Did Bobby Orr ever win the scoring title?

Orr remains the only defenceman to have won the league scoring title with two Art Ross Trophies. He holds the record for most points and assists in a single season by a defenceman.

Can Ovechkin catch Gretzky in goals?

During the 2021-22 season thus far, Ovechkin has racked up 12 goals and registered a point in all but three games. As you can now see, Ovi passing Jagr is likely a foregone conclusion. Being able to catch Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record of 894 tallies isn’t as clear cut.

What hockey player holds the most NHL records?

Wayne Gretzky
Wayne Gretzky holds or shares 61 records listed in the League’s Official Guide and Record Book: 40 for the regular season, 15 for the Stanley Cup playoff and six for the All-Star Game.