The 2025 Stanley Cup Final has already delivered drama—and a legendary voice is adding fuel to the fire. As the Edmonton Oilers edged the Florida Panthers 4–3 in an overtime thriller to open the series, one of the NHL’s most iconic figures was watching closely from inside Rogers Place.

Wayne Gretzky, the Hall of Famer and former Oilers captain, was on-site working with the NHL on TNT’s studio team. But his influence didn’t stay in the broadcast booth. Following the game, “The Great One” joined The Pat McAfee Show to share his candid thoughts on what sets this series—and these teams—apart.

In typical Gretzky fashion, his insights cut deeper than just goals and assists. He focused on culture, chemistry, and the physical toll of chasing a championship year after year.

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