October 15

In 1986, Wayne Gretzky picked up five assists to lead the Oilers to a 5-2 win over the Quebec Nordiques.

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In 1989, Wayne Gretzky picked up a first period assist for point #1,850 to tie Gordie Howe, then scored in the final minute to become the NHL's all time leading point scorer. He scored again in overtime to lead the Kings to a 5-4 win at Edmonton.
 

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