The 1988 King's Ransom Trade: Wayne Gretzky's Move to the LA Kings

Daily Sports History · Aug 11, 2026 · 8:32

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Join us on Daily Sports History as we explore the monumental 1988 "King's Ransom" trade that sent Wayne Gretzky from the Edmonton Oilers to the Los Angeles Kings. Discover how this shocking move altered the landscape of the NHL, impacted both teams, and transformed hockey in North America. Relive the deal that forever changed the sport.

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