NEW YORK, July 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In the latest episode of Grey Matter, Mark Messier, NHL Hall of Famer and six-time Stanley Cup winner, reflects on his 26 years in hockey and the perspective he gained along the way. Drawing on what he learned over the course of his professional journey, Messier explores the question nearly every leader faces: when the role that made you successful is no longer the role your team needs, are you willing to change?
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