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In one sense we are a favorite because we won a gold medal in 2002.
Wayne Gretzky
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Wayne Gretzky
Age: 63
Born: 1961
Born: January 26
Ice Hockey Coach
Ice Hockey Player
Restaurateur
The Corporation of the City of Brantford
The Great One
Wayne Douglas Gretzky
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When emotions are high, things are said, things are done. Ultimately, these players want to play. I know too many of them love the game too much.
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I don't think any one person will ever be bigger than the game.
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We're in a tough situation because of teenage children, and then we have a 2-year-old and a 5-year-old, so my family and my responsibilities is sort of a juggle.
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Your friends, family, and kids have to understand that's your priority. It's the only way you can be successful.
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My kids are no different than anyone else's - they tend to disagree with everything I say!
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It really doesn't matter or concern me what people are saying or who thinks who is the favorite. The bottom line is you have to play.
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One of the key qualities that you need to be a great hockey player is fantastic anticipation and feel for the game - if you know where the puck is going before it is hit, that is half the battle.
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It's an honour and a thrill and a privilege just to play in the NHL.
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