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The advent of this year was a blast for hockey fans. The Discover NHL Winter Classic 2023 took place at Fenway Park Boston. They came to witness the confrontation between Boston Bruins and Pittsburg Penguins. Winger Jake DeBrusk scored 2 goals that eventually led to the defeat of the Penguins with 2-1. Wayne Gretzky was there with other veteran Ice Hockey players, discussing the match with the host. The legend started this year on a positive note, accumulating 40000 fans.
Gretzky posted on his Instagram handle about his experience in Boston. In addition, he seemed to sign the ‘Pesky’s Pole’. This is what happened at Fenway Park.
Wayne Gretzky shared his experience
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He definitely looked forward to the event and could not hold his excitement. “The Great One” took to his Instagram to talk about his day in Boston. He put a story with a picture of him and Rick Tocchet, saying, “Great time at the Winter Classic, thank you Boston!” Gretzky indicated a well-spent day watching his favorite sport. Fans loved a video of this legend signing the Pesky’s Pole, that was posted from B/R Open Ice and NHLonTNT.
When in Fenway, you sign Pesky’s Pole ✍️ @BRWalkoff pic.twitter.com/4ztlbKDwfj
— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) January 2, 2023
Previously, Gretzky shared his excitement for the upcoming event in another post. Now he is sharing his thoughts and the thrill on Instagram. It looked like that kind of reminded him of his time playing as a quarterback. In addition, Gretzky broadcasted the show for TNT too. Undeniably, “The Great One”‘s presence made the occasion even more successful.
The legend was there to clap for the emerging players. Evidently, his participation proved that though he has retired, his love and passion for the game remained the same. He appreciated the game and heartily made the commentary. Gretzky revealed, as a player, he is always in search of talents and how he liked to congratulate them.
Wayne Gretzky enjoyed the game
Bruins’ Patrice Bergeron and Penguins’ Sidney Crosby presented a jaw-dropping confrontation that held the spectators together. Obviously, they made the best successors of Gretzky and the legend admired their game. The neck-to-neck gameplay increased the tension in the audience and made them lean forward all the time.
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DEBRUSK AGAIN. THIS TIME FOR THE LEAD. @NHLBruins | #WinterClassic pic.twitter.com/FZI5Ec1xMQ
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) January 2, 2023
“The Great One” celebrated the game and talked about his time with other maestros like Rick Tocchet, Anson Carter, and Paul Bissonnette. DeBrusk’s shots would have reminded him how he had passed the puck without even looking backward. The legend appreciates the good games and thus seemed to be happy while posting about his experience on that day.
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Evidently, Gretzky inherited an innate love for the game and that is still with him even after his retirement. He enjoys assimilation with hockey may it be for hosting the game or playing as a veteran. All he wants to do is to project himself as a king in front of the crowd!