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Jan. 9, 1998 Top 50 all-time NHL players NEW YORK -- Rangers center Wayne Gretzky, who holds virtually every offensive record in the league, was named the top NHL player by The Hockey News in a ceremony announcing the top 50 players of all-time Friday. Gretzky, currently in his 19th NHL season, has 874 goals and 1,873 assists for 2,747 points. He also holds, among his litany of records, single-season bests for goals (92), assists (163) and points (215), all set with the Edmonton Oilers. "Obviously, I am exteremely honored," Gretzky, 36, said. "There are no words to describe how I feel. If I had been second or third, I'd be just as proud. It is a special and unique honor." Earlier this season, Gretzky became the first player in league history to record more assists than any other player had points. Gordie Howe, who placed third on the list behind legendary Boston Bruins defenseman Bobby Orr, totalled 1,850 points over a remarkable 26-year career with the Detroit Red Wings and Hartford Whalers.
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