Originally Posted by Anonymous
Wayne Gretzky never played defense or facilitated in his career. I'm not disagreeing with you that if you are more rounded that you are a better player.
But , the coaches look for a player that has the confidence and gusto to go to goal , first over anything else. Who gets the glory ? The assist or the goal scorer. At any game.


Wayne Gretzky career points ... Goals 894 assists 1963 ... Goodness gracious!