Patrick Marleau’s custom gloves are a copy editor’s nightmare

Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty ImagesWhen he takes the ice in tonight’s matchup between the San Jose Sharks and Vegas Golden Knights, Patrick Marleau will set the record for most NHL games played, officially passing Gordie Howe with 1768 games played.

In today’s morning skate, Marleau sported custom gloves celebrating the occasion. The black CCM gloves are stitched with gold details, including logos from each of the three organizations he’s played for during his 23-year career.

There’s also something a tad bit off about the gloves:

Across Marleau’s left-hand glove, it reads: “Most games played in NHL history 1768th NHL games.”

If that reads strange to you, it should. The “1768th” should signal a…