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Who was the first sports great to have his number retired by his team?
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What is the history behind the hockey number 99?
Well in the NHL theres only really one answer, Wayne Gretzky. Ever since he retired the whole league retired his number in honor of the great one. So nobody has been able to wear the number 99 ever since.
How many Pittsburgh Steelers jerseys have been retired?
Just one, Ernie Stauntner's #70. The Steelers decided during the 1970's that they had so many great players they couldn't afford to retire so many. It is generally understood however that you can't wear 12, 32, 47, 52, 58, 59 or 75 though.
How do you get your number retired in baseball?
How is a baseball number retired? well it has to do with what you have done for the game of baseball, if you look at some of the retired numbers, you will see that they were great players that had part in changing the game, and they took part in making it the greatest sport in the WORLD i am sure it has to do with some off the field stuff as well, IF i am correct the ONLY number that will never be worn again is 42 other then its up to your ball club ask your self this am i the best number 5 that ever played for the PHILLIE'S and did i have a impact on my teams game and did i do great things, if the answer is yes Chances are #5 would not be worn in Philadelphia again.
What hockey player great retired in 1999?
Wayne Gretzky. He is said to have worn the number '99' because, barring injury, that's the year he planned to retire.
What team in any sport in America has the most retired numbers?
42 because it's Jackie robinsons number and every team has it retired (there will never be another #42, ever) The above answer is absolutely correct as no player in MLB, once Mariano Rivera of the Yankees retires, will ever wear the #42 again. The number that has been retired by the most teams, other than #42, is #20 which has been retired by 9 teams ... Reds (Frank Robinson), Orioles (also Frank Robinson), Dodgers (Don Sutton), Giants (Monte Irvin), Cardinals (Lou Brock), Royals (Frank White), Phillies (Mike Schmidt), Diamondbacks (Luis Gonzalez), and Pirates (Pie Traynor).
Who was the FIRST sport's great to have his number retired?
Lou Gehrig - Number 4 was retired by the NY Yankees on July 4, 1939.
What Eagle great attended Tennessee and had his number 92 Retired by the team in?
Reggie white
What is the history behind the hockey number 99?
Well in the NHL theres only really one answer, Wayne Gretzky. Ever since he retired the whole league retired his number in honor of the great one. So nobody has been able to wear the number 99 ever since.
Who are some great sports players with the number 21?
Sammy Sosa, Sandy Koufax
What was the first Lamborghini ever made?
My great great uncle invented the first ever lamborghini and it was a truck. when he sold the company it became a sports car industry.
How many Pittsburgh Steelers jerseys have been retired?
Just one, Ernie Stauntner's #70. The Steelers decided during the 1970's that they had so many great players they couldn't afford to retire so many. It is generally understood however that you can't wear 12, 32, 47, 52, 58, 59 or 75 though.
What day of the year do MLB players wear 42?
The Day is Jackie Robinson Day. It's April 15 every year. It was first started April 15,2004.Its been going on ever since. This is a tribute to Jackie Robinson .This is special because of the many things he did in his time such as opening the gate for blacks to play sports and his number is retired from the whole league so it is a great way to remember him.
Where was couple retired filmed?
couple retired was filmed on the same island as couples retreat. which was not that great of a movie
Is Imran Khan retired from Cricket?
Yes, Imran Khan retired from Cricket. He was a very great cricketer. After cricket, he has been into politics.s
How many numbers have the Vancouver Canucks retired?
The Canucks have retired one number #12 Stan Smyl, they are planning to retire #16 Trevor Linden. The #11 was unofficially retired after the player who wore it passed away, Mark Messier brought it back to the ice at the great displeasure of the family of the player that had passed away.
Who is Jeff bagwell?
Jeff Bagwell was a first baseman for the Houston Astros from 1991-2005. He was a great player who had to retire do to arthritis pain in his shoulder. He is still though my favorite player. Hope this helps. p.s. his number is also retired for the Astros. #5
How do you get your number retired in baseball?
How is a baseball number retired? well it has to do with what you have done for the game of baseball, if you look at some of the retired numbers, you will see that they were great players that had part in changing the game, and they took part in making it the greatest sport in the WORLD i am sure it has to do with some off the field stuff as well, IF i am correct the ONLY number that will never be worn again is 42 other then its up to your ball club ask your self this am i the best number 5 that ever played for the PHILLIE'S and did i have a impact on my teams game and did i do great things, if the answer is yes Chances are #5 would not be worn in Philadelphia again.
