Oilers hold moment of silence for Walter Gretzky, 'Canada's Hockey Dad'

The Edmonton Oilers put together a heartwarming tribute to Walter Gretzky, who
died on Thursday at age 82
.

The father of Wayne Gretzky, affectionately known as "Canada's Hockey Dad," Walter Gretzky was remembered as a kind, humble and generous man by the Oilers, who Wayne Gretzky led to four Stanley Cups in nine seasons.

The team also wore special decals on their helmets.

The Oilers certainly were not the only organization to honor Walter Gretzky. The Toronto Maple Leafs, playing in Vancouver, spelled out his name in pucks.

The Canucks also held a moment of silence and brief tribute before the game.