Gretzky's Trade That Shook Hockey | Edmonton Oilers News

Thirty-eight years ago, a hockey legend vanished from Edmonton—and the sport’s history was forever altered. Wayne Gretzky’s blockbuster $15 million trade to the LA Kings wasn’t just a business deal; it was a cultural earthquake fueled by desperation, chaos, and controversy. From leaked reports forcing last-minute plane rides to a husband-wife scandal and owners later jailed for fraud, this move reshaped hockey’s future while leaving a bitter wound in Canada. It launched Gretzky into American superstardom—but at what cost to the game’s soul? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f4d8b2237f4b89b9