Wayne Gretzky boldly declared 18-year-old Connor McDavid the perfect star for a new NHL generation

In 2016, Wayne Gretzky lauded rookie Connor McDavid as the ideal player for the modern NHL, highlighting his exceptional vision, puck retrieval, and acceleration. Gretzky compared McDavid to legends like Crosby and Lemieux, confidently predicting he would reach 800 goals and lead the Oilers to championships. Despite McDavid's individual success, the Stanley Cup remains his and the Oilers' ultimate goal.

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