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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Wayne Gretzky says he's not the hockey GOAT but his real pick will blow your mind
Wayne Gretzky says he's not the hockey GOAT but his real pick will blow your mind (Image Source: Getty Images) Wayne Gretzky is the greatest hockey player of all time. He was a guest on the NFL-sponsored podcast 'New Heights' with N.F.L. superstars Jason and Travis Kelce and spoke about sports, some fun stories, and his picks for the all-time best players. 'The Great One,' as Gretzky is known, discussed who he believes to be the GOATs (Greatest of All Time) in the NBA, NFL, and MLB. The podcast was replete with humor, reminiscences , and homage to sports heroes. Wayne Gretzky just dropped the boldest GOAT list ever and didn't include himself Wayne Gretzky started by discussing his own life in hockey. He commenced playing pro hockey in 1978 and emerged as a superstar with the Edmonton Oilers. He won four Stanley Cups with them and later played for the Los Angeles Kings. Gretzky holds numerous NHL records, including the most assists and points in history. Although Alexander Ovechkin recently surpassed him for most goals, Gretzky remains regarded as hockey's largest legend. When Travis Kelce asked him who the GOATs in other sports were, Gretzky had some immediate responses. For basketball, he replied, "23, that one's pretty easy," referring to Michael Jordan . For football, jokingly, he said Travis and Jason were his choices, but then added Tom Brady as the real GOAT due to his numerous championships. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Truque caseiro noturno eficaz contra a papada (faça hoje mesmo) Revista & Saúde Saiba Mais Undo For baseball, Gretzky provided a longer response. He stated that Jackie Robinson and Babe Ruth revolutionized the game. However, the greatest player he ever witnessed was George Brett. According to Gretzky, Brett was tough, intelligent, and incredible to behold in the field. Also Read: Wayne Gretzky humbly denies being the GOAT, praises today's NHL ... Wayne Gretzky selected Gordie Howe and Bobby Orr as hockey's all-time greats For hockey, Gretzky didn't select himself. He instead selected two older players: Bobby Orr and Gordie Howe. They were the most significant and skilled players ever to play, according to Gretzky. Orr was fast and scored the famous flying goal in the 1970 Stanley Cup Final. Howe was a player for more than 30 years, and known for his toughness, skill and power. He was the reason why Gretzky had worn 99. Wayne Gretzky also mentioned that GOAT debates are entertaining because different people have varying opinions. He clarified that it's not only stats. It is also whether players assist their team, the city, and the surrounding people. Wayne Gretzky called Michael Jordan, Tom Brady, and George Brett the best at their respective sports. He also included Gordie Howe and Bobby Orr among hockey's best. When on the Kelce brothers' podcast, Gretzky reminisced about entertaining stories and reminded fans that to be great is more than winning, being great is also about assisting and making a positive impact. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Saints players can compete in 2028 Olympics, NFL increases overseas marketing
The NFL is going international -- even more so than before. On Tuesday, the league announced three more franchises have been given official marketing rights in foreign markets, meaning all 32 teams now have a presence abroad. While the New Orleans Saints remain the league's only recognized marketer in France, the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals have been given marketing rights in Canada while the Tennessee Titans will begin marketing themselves in Ireland. Peter O'Reilly, the NFL executive vice president of club business, major events, and international affairs, commented on the development after approval was granted at the league's spring meetings in Minneapolis: "We're thrilled to have all 32 clubs a part of the Global Markets Program in 2025. League-wide club participation in the program underlines the strategic priority both the NFL and its teams share, to invest in global growth. We continue to see strong momentum worldwide and look forward to bringing fans internationally closer to our game, together." Advertisement The NFL's Global Markets Program works to advertise the sport overseas and cultivate followings ahead of more games in the league's International Series, which is expected to include a Saints game played in Paris in the near future. Canada and Ireland are two of the league's priorities with 13 different teams competing for attention in each country. Only a handful of teams have an entire nation's eyes on them alone, and the Saints are one of them. But this wasn't the only international development from Tuesday's owners meetings. A unanimous vote cleared the way for NFL players to compete in the 2028 Summer Olympics on the American National Team in flag football. Louisiana native and Minnesota Vikings superstar Justin Jefferson was in the room making his case, and his efforts were successful. Maybe a Saints player will share the field with him in a few years. "To think about the chance of playing in the Olympics and getting a gold medal, it's a dream," Jefferson said. He's worked as an ambassador for NFL-sponsored flag football initiatives and is clearly eager to expand the game and bring in more athletes from all around the world. He said he's honored to be a part of that endeavor: "The talent is out there. This game needs to be expanded and be played around the world." This article originally appeared on Saints Wire: NFL owners meetings: Players can participate in Olympics flag football
USA Today
20-05-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Saints players can compete in 2028 Olympics, NFL increases overseas marketing
Saints players can compete in 2028 Olympics, NFL increases overseas marketing The game is getting bigger. The NFL is going international -- even more so than before. On Tuesday, the league announced three more franchises have been given official marketing rights in foreign markets, meaning all 32 teams now have a presence abroad. While the New Orleans Saints remain the league's only recognized marketer in France, the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals have been given marketing rights in Canada while the Tennessee Titans will begin marketing themselves in Ireland. Peter O'Reilly, the NFL executive vice president of club business, major events, and international affairs, commented on the development after approval was granted at the league's spring meetings in Minneapolis: "We're thrilled to have all 32 clubs a part of the Global Markets Program in 2025. League-wide club participation in the program underlines the strategic priority both the NFL and its teams share, to invest in global growth. We continue to see strong momentum worldwide and look forward to bringing fans internationally closer to our game, together." The NFL's Global Markets Program works to advertise the sport overseas and cultivate followings ahead of more games in the league's International Series, which is expected to include a Saints game played in Paris in the near future. Canada and Ireland are two of the league's priorities with 13 different teams competing for attention in each country. Only a handful of teams have an entire nation's eyes on them alone, and the Saints are one of them. But this wasn't the only international development from Tuesday's owners meetings. A unanimous vote cleared the way for NFL players to compete in the 2028 Summer Olympics on the American National Team in flag football. Louisiana native and Minnesota Vikings superstar Justin Jefferson was in the room making his case, and his efforts were successful. Maybe a Saints player will share the field with him in a few years. "To think about the chance of playing in the Olympics and getting a gold medal, it's a dream," Jefferson said. He's worked as an ambassador for NFL-sponsored flag football initiatives and is clearly eager to expand the game and bring in more athletes from all around the world. He said he's honored to be a part of that endeavor: "The talent is out there. This game needs to be expanded and be played around the world."
