Hockey is a game full of history.
Players such as Wayne Gretzky, Bobby Orr, and Mario Lemieux left their mark on the sport through their incredible play, and at times, left it through their words, too. Here is a list of some of the most memorable quotes that them, and others have said about the game.
“A good hockey player plays where the puck is. A great hockey player plays where the puck is going to be.” - Wayne Gretzky (BrainyQuote)
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The ‘Great One’'s intuition was unparalleled.
“Every day is a great day for hockey.” - Mario Lemieux (BrainyQuote)
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True words spoken by one of the game’s all-time greats.
“I went to a fight the other night, and a hockey game broke out.” - Rodney Dangerfield (BrainyQuote)
The late Rodney Dangerfield is remembered for his comedic acting, and once dropped this hilarious line.
“I'm leaving the game of hockey with nothing but great memories.” - Joe Sakic (BrainyQuote)
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After capturing two Stanley Cups and an Olympic Gold Medal, Joe Sakic left the game with better memories than most.
“Canada is hockey.” -Mike Weir, Canadian golfer (BrainyQuote)
Everyone in this country understands that hockey is Canada’s game. even the Canadian athletes from other sports.
“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” - Wayne Gretzky (BrainyQuote)
Guess this explains why he is the all-time scoring leader (894 goals).
“Hockey is a tough game.” - Bobby Orr (BrainyQuote)
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Certainly a fair comment to make after undergoing more than a dozen knee surgeries over his eight-year career. Orr was a warrior.
“Some of us love hockey not just for its ferocity and skill but for its underlying code of civility off the ice.” - George Vecsey (BrainyQuote)
On the ice, hockey players are enemies. Off, they generally respect each other.
People would say, 'Girls don't play hockey. Girls don't skate.' I would say, 'Watch this.'" - Hayley Wickenheiser (AZQuotes)
Wickenheiser is the most polarizing women’s hockey player to ever lace up skates. The world watched her win four Olympic gold medals throughout her career.
“Outdoor hockey is what it is all about.” - Paul Coffey (BrainyQuotes)
It’s tough to argue with Coffey on this one. Passion for the game often grows on the outdoor rinks.
"Half the game is mental; the other half is being mental." — Jim McKenny (AZQuotes)
Hockey players must have a unique mindset if they want to make it in the big leagues.
"My other car is a Zamboni." — Hockey Saying
Well, this statement is definitely true for some people.
We know there have been thousands of hockey quotes throughout history, so let us your favourite!
