NHL's Number 69: Banned or Just Unpopular?
Verdie Witting
2025-04-21 05:10:12
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Numerous internet searches have yet to find a formal ban. However, there seems to be an informal one on the number.
Asia Parisian
2025-04-21 02:32:01
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The number 69 is said to be implicitly prohibited owing of its sexual implications, although the NBA has never verified this.
Desjardins and winger Melvin Angelstad are the only players who have worn No. 69 in NHL history.
Of course, no one wears the numbers 66, 69, or 99.
Rashawn Wilkinson
2025-04-21 01:43:46
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This isn’t because of an official rule. Instead, it’s due to the number’s meaning outside of sports. The number is linked to sexual connotations that many find inappropriate for professional hockey.
Most players avoid choosing 69 for their jerseys. They want to show respect and keep a professional image on the ice. Players understand this without needing formal bans or policies.
Many feel that number 69 is not taken seriously and could be seen as a joke among pros. Choosing this number can send the wrong signal if a player wants respect from peers and fans alike.
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