Wayne Gretzky retired from the NHL in 1999 statistically ... Mario Lemieux and Gordie Howe both finishing with six. Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid is already halfway there with five.

Only player to have his jersey number (No. 99) retired by ... Racers of the World Hockey Association. November 2, 1978 – Gretzky’s contract is sold to the Edmonton Oilers.