Who is the best hockey player of all times?

Answer 1

The best hockey player of all time is Wayne Gretzky. Wayne had broken nearly every offensive record. He had also won the Stanley Cup, multiple times. Also because people thought he was so good, that the number 99, which was Wayne Gretzky's number, is now illegal to were in the NHL, in Wayne's honor. So now i think you would agree that Wayne Gretzky is the best player ever to live.

The second best would be Bobby Orr.

The third best would be Mario Lemieux.

Answer 2

In my opinion there are 5 players that make up the top 5 greatest players of all time and you can make an argument for any order of them. To me the greatest players of all time are :

1. Bobby Orr ( the guy changed the game forever. He pioneered the offensive defenseman and from the second he got onto the ice until the final buzzer sounded, he owned the puck, the ice, and the game. Nobody can compare to the pure dominance this guy had on the ice. He was the heart and soul behind the '70 and '72 Cups in Boston. He brought back pride in hockey in Beantown. He was also an all-around good guy, and is still involved in players' rights today)

2. Wayne Gretzky (I honestly think he is kind of arrogant, but pure numbers can't lie. His #99 is retire league wide and holds a myriad of NHL records. He isn't called the "Great One" for nothing. I see reason for people to argue him over Bobby, but I'd still put the great #4 Bobby Orr first)

3. Mario Lemieux ( He was an amazing sight to see. He almost single-handedly saved the Pens franchise by drawing enough interest to generate the lacking money. He still managed to put up amazing numbers while he battled chronic back problems and cancer during his career. The guy was regarded for his fighting spirit and amazing natural talent.)

4. Gordie Howe ( His career's longevity is astounding. He played in the NHL 5 different decades (1940s-1980). He could shoot with either hand. He played 1767 games, the most of any NHL player ever. The guy was called Mr.Hockey-which really sums it up)

5. Maurice Richard ( Also known as "The Rocket" this guy dominated his era (1942- 1960) . He was a driving force of his Canadiens. He was the first NHL player to score 50 goals in 50 games. He had 6 game-winning overtime playoff goals, and was arguably the best stick-handler of his day. He is greatly revered throughout Montreal and Quebec.)

Answer 3

Wayne Gretzky and Bobby Orr are two possibilities.