They produced a goal, other flashes of offensive life and inspiration that surged through both his Ranger teammates and the building.
One by one, he greeted his former Ranger teammates as they filed out to the bus that would take them to their charter flight home.
While he was at the hospital, many of his Ranger teammates stopped by.
On the following line change, several Ranger teammates showed appreciation by tapping his shin pads with their sticks.
He wanted to make save after save against his former Ranger teammates.
This question was posed afterward to four Ranger teammates who were promised anonymity in exchange for candor.
Two of his Ranger teammates are likely to play in Japan for the United States.
Following the goal, Ranger teammates retrieved the puck for Gretzky, who is in his 20th season.
Three Ranger teammates jumped to the aid of their superstar.
John Vanbiesbrouck said his Ranger teammates would be hurt by the news, but were in solidarity with the decisions.