[2] In 1975, Gratton jumped to the St. Louis Blues of NHL, but after just six games decided he wanted to go back to Toronto and walked out on the team.

"[3] Allegedly, Gratton would live up to his "feline" image by growling at opposing players on the ice, and even hissing like a cat during a fight.

[4] Throughout his career, Gratton, nicknamed "Gratoony the Loony", was known for his eccentric personality and outspoken character, often drawing attention away from his talent.

[6] Gratton also allegedly believed that, in a previous existence, he was an executioner who had stoned people to death, and thus was "fated" to be a goalie as punishment.

[4] In October 2015, ECW Press announced that it would be publishing Gratton's autobiography, Grattoony the Loony, written with author Greg Oliver.