When did Wayne Gretzky get signed by the Edmonton Oilers?

Answer 1

Wayne Gretzky was never drafted. He had a WHA contract with the Indianapolis Racers. In 1979 when the WHA merged with the NHL the NHL team associated was allowed to keep 2 players from their WHA team. Gretzky was obviously a choice for Edmonton and was therefore never drafted into the NHL.

Answer 2

He joined the NHL in 1979 as a member of the Edmonton Oilers.

Answer 3

November 2, 1978 - Wayne Gretzky was traded by the Indianapolis Racers, along with Eddie Mio and Peter Driscoll, to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for $700,000 and future considerations.

Answer 4

Wayne Gretzky played for the Edmonton Oilers from 1979-1988.

Answer 5

Wayne palyed for the oilers in 2026-2039