On October 10, 1979, the Edmonton Oilers stepped onto the ice at Chicago Stadium for their inaugural National Hockey League game against the Chicago Black Hawks. The Oilers, fresh from the World Hockey Association merger, carried a roster blending veterans and young talents, including 18-year-old Wayne Gretzky, who had already tallied 110 points in the WHA the previous season … [Read more...] about Highest Graded Ticket Stub from Gretzky’s Debut Coming to Auction
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1998 Wayne Gretzky Jersey With Captain’s Patch Has Quite a Story to Tell
More than a quarter century after Wayne Gretzky’s retirement, his memorabilia still resonates with hockey collectors. And with Alex Ovechkin within striking distance of “The Great One’s” all-time record of 894 goals, interest in Gretzky has been rekindled. Grey Flannel Auctions is offering an unusual item in its online Summer Games Auction that begins the first week of May. … [Read more...] about 1998 Wayne Gretzky Jersey With Captain’s Patch Has Quite a Story to Tell
The Great 8 Is Also A Great Collector
Alex Ovechkin may never walk a mile in Wayne Gretzky’s shoes, or skate a mile in Gretzky’s skates. But this week, the Great 8 got to at least put on the Great One’s gloves and hold his stick. Ovechkin is a dedicated memorabilia collector. His collection of game-used hockey items is one of the most impressive in the world. Tuesday, with the Capitals in Edmonton a day … [Read more...] about The Great 8 Is Also A Great Collector
2002 Gretzky LA Retirement Night Kings Jerseys Out of Vault, Up for Auction
Some throwback jerseys the Los Angeles Kings wore on the night they retired Wayne Gretzky’s number 99 in October of 2002 are coming out of retirement themselves. MeiGray has launched an auction of 18 Gretzky era gamers from that night. Worn in the third period of a 4-1 win over Phoenix, they carry the special patch denoting the night in which Gretzky was honored with a … [Read more...] about 2002 Gretzky LA Retirement Night Kings Jerseys Out of Vault, Up for Auction
Hottest Alex Ovechkin Cards on eBay
He was on a tear in the early season, with an NHL-leading 15 goals in 18 games. He had five in two games before he went down with an injury but the chase to catch Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record is back on and Alex Ovechkin rookie cards are heating up.. It was a given that Ovechkin was going to break Gretzky’s record this season. Because of Ovechkin’s slow start last … [Read more...] about Hottest Alex Ovechkin Cards on eBay
Beyond Gretzky: Looking At 1979-80 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards
Once again, the big story of the year in hockey cards has been the unopened case of 1979-80 O-Pee-Chee cards that went to auction last year, and then went back to auction when the original buyer backed out of the sale. The case has fueled discussions among collectors, on hobby YouTube shows and podcasts, and even among sports fans having a pint and watching Hockey Night in … [Read more...] about Beyond Gretzky: Looking At 1979-80 O-Pee-Chee Hockey Cards
Gretzky’s Stick from 1988 Cup Clincher Brings Record Price
A stick used by Wayne Gretzky in the 1988 Stanley Cup clinching game sold for $336,000 Friday, establishing a new auction record for any NHL used hockey stick. This signed and inscribed stick was used by Gretzky on May 26, 1988, when the Edmonton Oilers beat the Boston Bruins to clinch what was to be Gretzky’s fourth and final championship with the franchise. The … [Read more...] about Gretzky’s Stick from 1988 Cup Clincher Brings Record Price
Auction Items Showcase The Evolution Of Wayne Gretzky’s Autograph
A couple of very different Wayne Gretzky autographs have made some news in recent days. Last Sunday, a piece of paper with some doodles and scribbles made by then 14-year-old Gretzky sold for $8,000. The piece of paper not only has young Gretzky’s signature, but also some 9’s and even a 99, which was long before he ever wore the number he made famous. In fact, Gretzky, who … [Read more...] about Auction Items Showcase The Evolution Of Wayne Gretzky’s Autograph
How Landing Wayne Gretzky Elevated Upper Deck to the Head of the Hockey Card Class
The 1979-80 O-Pee-Chee Wayne Gretzky rookie is the ultimate hockey card of the post-War era. But when we think of Gretzky in the hockey collectibles market, he's best known for his association with Upper Deck, one that dates back to just after the dawn of the company's splashy entry into collectors' consciousness. Gretzky was the face of the Upper Deck’s hockey … [Read more...] about How Landing Wayne Gretzky Elevated Upper Deck to the Head of the Hockey Card Class
Edmonton Expo Brings Big Show Experience to Prairie Provinces
The dust has barely settled at the Toronto International Centre after the Toronto Sport Card and Memorabilia Expo took place last weekend, but it’s already on to the next show. The Edmonton Sport Card and Memorabilia begins Friday afternoon and runs through Sunday. It is the largest show in Western Canada, with well over 100 dealers and corporate exhibitors. “The show has … [Read more...] about Edmonton Expo Brings Big Show Experience to Prairie Provinces