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We feel fortunate [with Canada hockey team]. We have got a lot of guys who love to play, but they also love to win even more. We are pretty happy. Although we are young, we like our group of players.

Wayne Gretzky

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Wayne Gretzky
Age: 63
Born: 1961
Born: January 26
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