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For many years, no one wore number 69. Mel "The Mangler" Angelstad broke the seal when he sported it for the Washington Capitals during the 2003-2004 season. But after only two televised games, both he and the number were suddenly silenced amid rumours of controversy with then newly inducted NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman.
Andrew Desjardins took the road less traveled and brought 69 back to the ice cold arenas of the world's fastest game in 2010-2011 when he suited up for the San Jose Sharks. With the season nearing completion, he has already played almost 8 games.
In a recent interview with The Hockey News, Desjardins commented "I think everyone knows why I wear it."
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Paul Bibeault - Montreal Canadiens 1942-43.Neil Sheehy - Hartford Whalers 1987-88.
What hockey player wore the number 99?
Jersey #99 was retired league wide when Wayne Gretzky retired, therefore no one else has had that number since he wore it. However, there were other players who wore that number before him, and probably other players on other teams that wore the #99 at the same time that he wore it for his team.
What NHL goalie wears Numbers 34?
Nikolai Khabibulin was the goalie that wore number 34 for the hawks, but later changed it in a different season to number 39.
What number is Chris Drury?
Chris Drury retired from the NHL on August 19, 2011. During his career, he wore #18 and #37 for both the Colorado Avalanche and Calgary Flames. He also wore #23 for the Buffalo Sabres and New York Rangers.
Kevin Mchale wore what number?
McHale wore jersey number 32, which was retired.
