99 Stories of the Game, by Wayne Gretzky

“Some things really don’t change. Probably the most important things.” – ix

“Behind every big play, there’s a guy who grew up dreaming of making that big play. He’s got a story, and he was inspired by someone else’s.” – ix

“They didn’t love the game because they were professionals. They were professionals because they loved the game. That is what makes our game great, and I can’t imagine that ever changing.” – xiv

“Real toughness isn’t about bullying the other guy. It’s usually about sticking up for someone else – or taking a hit for someone else.” – pg. 46

“To say that you hate playing against a guy but that you would love to have him on your team is one of the biggest compliments in our game.” – pg. 46

“When you are on the ice, nothing else seems to matter except going out and doing what you love to do.” – pg. 93

“When no one expects you to win, you’re loose. And [loose] is dangerous.” – pg. 95

“One of the reasons we love sports is that anything can happen.” – pg. 142

“That’s one thing every good team has in common – everyone has a role.” – pg. 306

“Once you win, you know what it takes to win.” – pg. 348

“I just love to play, and if you love to play good things happen.” – Gordie Howe, pg. 375