Gretzky, 63, of Brantford, Ontario, started his pro career in 1978 with the Indianapolis Racers. But when the team folded, his contract was sold to the NHL's Edmonton Oilers the following year.

Gretzky scored 51 goals that season -- the first of his nine 50-goal seasons, an NHL record he shares with Ovechkin and Mike ...

Indianapolis is where Wayne Gretzky played first eight pro games with WHA Racers. The Chicago Blackhawks and their wholly owned AHL farm team, the Rockford IceHogs, have agreed on a three-year ...

Is a part-owner of Wayne Gretzky Estates ... June 1978 – Turns professional, signing with the Indianapolis Racers of the World Hockey Association. November 2, 1978 – Gretzky’s contract ...