One of the most infamous trades in NHL history is the trade between the Edmonton Oilers and the Los Angeles Kings in 1988. The Oilers traded their young superstar Wayne Gretzky, along with Mike Krushelnyski and Marty McSorley, to the Kings in exchange for Jimmy Carson, Martin Gelinas, $15 million in cash, and future draft picks. Wayne Gretzky, often referred to as "The Great One," was widely considered the best hockey player in the world at that time and was a key figure in the Oilers' multiple Stanley Cup victories. The trade shocked the hockey world and devastated Oilers fans. In the aftermath of the trade, the Oilers' performance suffered, and they struggled to find a player who could match Gretzky's impact on and off the ice. Meanwhile, Gretzky went on to have a successful stint with the Kings, further solidifying his legendary status in the sport. The trade remains controversial and is often cited as one of the worst trades in NHL history due to the immense impact Gretzky had on the game and the Edmonton Oilers franchise. While trades can be a part of any sports team's strategy, this one stands out as particularly painful for the Oilers and their fans.