1983 Oilers vs. Whalers — Wayne Gretzky’s 25th Career Hat Trick

On March 8, 1983, the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Hartford Whalers 9–4 at Hartford Civic Center. Wayne Gretzky scored three goals, numbered 60, 61, and 62 for the season, completing his 25th career NHL hat trick. The box score also records appearances by Hall of Famers Paul Coffey, Grant Fuhr, Glenn Anderson, Jari Kurri, and Hartford’s Ron Francis. A noteworthy piece of Oilers and Gretzky history centered on a high-scoring game and a verified hat-trick performance.