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GRATITUDE: The Edmonton Oilers have approved $3.8 million to build a statue of legend Canadian Wayne Gretzky outside Rogers Place in recognition of his tremendous contributions during his time with the Edmonton Oilers.. Full details 👇

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In a powerful gesture of gratitude and legacy, the Edmonton Oilers have officially approved a $3.8 million project to erect a brand-new statue of hockey legend Wayne Gretzky outside Rogers Place. This monumental tribute will celebrate Gretzky’s unparalleled contributions to the franchise, the city of Edmonton, and the sport of hockey itself.

 

 

 

Widely regarded as the Greatest of All Time, Gretzky led the Oilers to four Stanley Cup championships in the 1980s and forever changed the landscape of Canadian hockey. His number 99 jersey was retired league-wide, and now his greatness will be immortalized in bronze—just steps away from where fans still chant his name.

Details of the Statue Project:

Location: Main entrance of Rogers Place, Edmonton

Budget: $3.8 million, funded by the Oilers organization with support from the city’s heritage initiative

Design: A life-sized, dynamic sculpture capturing Gretzky in full stride, hoisting the Stanley Cup

Unveiling Date: Expected to be completed and revealed by Fall 2026

Artist: Renowned Canadian sculptor, yet to be announced

Team CEO Jeff Jackson stated:

> “Wayne Gretzky is more than a player—he’s a symbol of what it means to be great. This statue is a thank-you to the man who brought glory to our city and joy to millions of fans across the world.”

Gretzky, now living in the U.S., responded emotionally to the news:

> “I’m honored and truly humbled. Edmonton is my second home. The Oilers gave me everything, and I’ll forever be grateful.”

Fans, teammates, and sports legends have flooded social media with support and memories, calling the tribute long overdue.

🏒 A statue not just of a man, but of a movement.
The legacy of Wayne Gretzky will now stand tall—forever frozen in time—where it all began.

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