Report: Gretzky to coach Metropolitan Division in Tortorella’s absence

The Metropolitan Division will be under the command of The Great One on Sunday.

Wayne Gretzky will replace absent Columbus Blue Jackets boss John Tortorella as Metropolitan Division head coach for Sunday's All-Star Game in Los Angeles, according to numerous reports.

Gretzky has played a big role in festivities this weekend, as the icon has been front and center for the league's centennial celebration, including the unveiling of the NHL's Top 100 players, which took place Friday night.

Among the players Gretzky will have at his disposal are fellow Top 100 members Sidney Crosby and Alexander Ovechkin.

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