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Gretzky vs. McDavid: A Statistical Showdown
Connor McDavid and Wayne Gretzky: Two of the NHL's All-Time Greats
Connor McDavid and Wayne Gretzky are widely regarded as two of the greatest hockey players of all time. McDavid has burst onto the scene in recent years, setting numerous records and earning multiple individual awards. Gretzky, meanwhile, is widely considered the greatest player in NHL history, holding numerous records and winning countless accolades during his Hall of Fame career.
A Head-to-Head Comparison
To better understand the magnitude of each player's accomplishments, let's take a closer look at their head-to-head statistics from the regular seasons:
- Games Played: McDavid - 645, Gretzky - 1487
- Goals: McDavid - 335, Gretzky - 894
- Assists: McDavid - 647, Gretzky - 1963
- Plus-Minus: McDavid - Not Available, Gretzky - 520
As these statistics show, Gretzky holds a significant advantage in every major offensive category. He played more games, scored more goals, and recorded more assists than McDavid during the time periods being compared.
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