In his era, people of this stature were commonly called "stretch," for the way they appeared lengthened out as if someone had grabbed their toes while someone else held them by the head and pulled in the opposite direction. He was part of the Brazilian national teams that won three World Cup championships (1958, 1962, and 1970). Rickey Henderson. He wore the #3 for his entire baseball career and has had that number retired by the New York Yankees. These two sisters dominate women's tennis, changing the sport from one of finesse and skill into one characterizing violent power. Like English . No. In this sport, Lee Chong Wei sits on the throne. The nickname "Spider" is a reference to Salley's fear of arachnids, which, according to him, was conquered during his time on the 2009 reality television showI'm a CelebrityGet Me out of Here! How do you rank the best nicknames of all time? The term has become synonymous with small stature, which Reese also had. Usain Bolt (11%) and Pel (11%) then completed the Top 5. But when the band was told they couldn't use his name as their band moniker, they adopted his other nickname and became known as "Pearl Jam," a name that also has rumors to its origins. Photo: Wikimedia Commons. The amount of spin generated by the mangled bones and missing pieces of his dominant hand had great effects and led to Brown's legendary moniker. The #7 shirt at Liverpool has a long and storied history that has seen some of the clubs best players wear the number. The tall glass of water is a solid shooter, and therefore, the gun jokes just flow. These numbers can be passed down from one club legend to the next, as the tradition is in soccer. Which got us thinking about the greatest athletes . 4 in assists and Nash, another who wore No. Rose is the career MLB hits leader, having recorded 4,256 knocks. Angel Di Maria currently wears the #7 shirt after his blockbuster transfer deal this summer. Legendary NFL players with number 18 jerseys include Peyton Manning, Charlie Joiner, and Emmitt Thomas, all Hall of Fame-level players whose career . 3 Kids seem to believe that stardom carries with it certain "perks," such as that famous athletes get special treatment if they break the law (34%; 39% of teens and 25% of 10-12 year olds) and are The Nigerian giant stood 7-feet tall and weighed 255 pounds in his playing days. 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Was the famous number 23 of the Chicago Bulls? Williams is perhaps best known for giving up the game-and-World Series-winning home run to Joe Carter and the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 6 of the 1993 World Series. The nickname seems to describe his abilities perfectly, and Jordan and the moniker are now inseparable. After Milwaukee, Payton played for the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics and Miami Heat. "Mr. Hockey" is used to sum up his life, and it is very fitting. "Babe" Ruth: "The Great Bambino/The Sultan of Swat". He is famous for his blocked shots and on-the-court bouts with Shaquille O'Neal while O'Neal was a member for the Orlando Magic. The league quirky tweaks of NFL rules, including a mad dash to midfield to gain possession of the ball, rather than a kickoff. Bill Russell, another legend of the sport, also wore No. Glen Davis was a big kid. In 1993, he signed the most lucrative contract in NBA history (at that time) to play for the Hornets, a 12-year, $84 million deal. Hall of Famers by Jersey Number. 23 in NBA history. Paralympic athletes are a source of hope and optimism for many people. When the Reading Red Roses took the field in 1907, they changed sports history forever. In 21 total fights, Jeffries had 18 victories and 14 knockouts, with just one loss and two draws. Douglas, standing at 5' 2", also won . Lemieux was rewarded for his efforts with a third Stanley Cup, which he won as the owner in 2009. Aaron's nickname epitomizes his performance at the plate. 15: Carlos Beltran. Michael Jordans #23 is the most iconic number in the history of sports. Fracisco Cordova (Pittsburg Pirates) 8. 22: Joey Bats (Jose Bautista) Bautista once did a very funny sketch that was a version of the baseball bat scene in "The Untouchables." In Oakland, he had been known as "Jax" and "Buck.". Gossage is a nine-time MLB All-Star and won a World Series ring with the 1978 New York Yankees. Hernndez is also known for the enormous leg kick featured in his delivery. Jackie Robinson passed away on October 24, 1972, at age 53. In his playing days, Jerome was a six-time Pro Bowl selection and a Super Bowl Champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl XL. The nickname stuck throughout his career and separated his fairly common name from the rest of the herd. 1 - Oscar Robertson. Jon Lieber (Chicago Cubs) 7. The Rams and Jets QB also did several endorsement commercials during his playing days, including this one for pantyhose, no joke. Gabby Douglas, is an American gymnast who became the first African American in Olympic history to win the individual all-around event at the 2012 Summer Games. In true legendary boxer style, Ali gave himself the nickname "The Greatest," but also deserves it. He was a larger than life figure that was known for crushing home runs and winning seven World Series titles. Not only is Wei a three-time Olympic silver medalist, he is also the first badminton player to have kept the #1 world ranking for three years. He played professional football in the NFL with theAtlanta Falcons(19891993),San Francisco 49ers(1994),Dallas Cowboys(19951999),Washington Redskins(2000) andBaltimore Ravens(20042005). The big man also played for the USA Basketball team, was a two-time NBA Champion, won the NBA MVP in 1995 and was a 10-time NBA All-Star. Coincidentally, Roberts adapted his nickname from former Oakland Raiders QB Ken Stabler, who was nicknamed "The Snake" for his ability to slither through opponents when scrambling. 33 his college number in his lone year alongside . "Three Fingers" Brown was able to throw many pitches that could not be achieved by a man with a full hand. Pro Football Hall of Famers by Jersey Numbers Class of 2004 inductee Bob Brown wore #76 with the Eagles, Rams, and Raiders. Jordan adopted the number in high school because his brother wore his preferred #45. For certain teams, some numbers hold a special place in club lore and the hearts of the fans. Johnson was elected to theNBA's 50th Anniversary All-Time Team in 1996, is a five-time NBA Champion with the Los Angeles Lakers, a three-time MVP and a 12-time All-Star. Seriously? Here's a look at 19 of the most famous athletes in the world. 79, which is kind of interesting, but a few football players have. Tales of numbers on uniforms were common in the late 19th century, but the practice did not receive widespread acceptance until the Cleveland Indians and New York Yankees donned them for the 1929 season. Mario Lemieux is a hero to many hockey fans, but not only because of his contributions to the Pittsburgh Penguins on the ice. . Gordon earned his nickname when he burst on to the scene in 1989 at the age of 21, when he went 17-9 in his first full season in the majors. We have to say it: "He'll stomp on a child's testicles, but he won't poop on a pigeon.". Dominique Wilkins. The legend became the Baseball Hall of Famer in 1962. 13, is right above him at the No. Is it still cool to diss her or is it too far gone now? Andre Dawson's nickname, "The Hawk," was given to him by an uncle when Andre was very young. Each time he reached a new team, he would shout out "Say hey, man" in order to get his teammates attention, and the name stuck with him wherever he went. The most frequent answer was Michael Jordan (23%), followed by Cristiano Ronaldo (15%) in second, and Muhammad Ali (12%) in third. No. In many other sports, numbers of club legends are retired from use and placed in the rafters to be revered by generations of fans. John G. Zimmerman/SI. He played his entire career from 1995-2001 with the Vancouver Grizzlies. A household name in the modern game, James has won 3 NBA World Championships, and has been NBA MVP 4 times. It's actually a powerful testament to Jordan's greatness that simply shortening his first name . 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Jackson was also a prolific hitter, and many historians feel he could have broken several records had he not been banned from baseball after the 1920 season. However, it was as a fullback that got him his alias, and it would stick with him long after his playing days were over. When he was not allowed to play with his friends on the peewee team due to his size, he was told he must play with older kids. "Apparently, White Sox broadcaster Ken Harrelson tagged Thomas with the nickname "Big Hurt" because that's exactly what he does to opposing pitchers. Publish date: May 25, 2009. . Boston's prodigal son, Ortiz has become an icon in Bean Town for his clutch hitting and lovable personality. Nicklaus earned the nickname at an early age because of his shock of blond hair and stout build. It has been a popular jersey number for decades with success of athletes across the board. Geoffrion was elected into the Hall of Fame in 1972, following a stellar career as a right winger with the Montreal Canadians and New York Rangers. 25 References. Gervin would go on to be a nine-time NBA All-Star and be elected to the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame. The lefty was also a six-time Stanley Cup Champion and winner of multiple awards. Jackson hit home runs in Game 4 and Game 5 of the Series. 2 - Secretariat. Vande Velde's View: My ability to discern "Pioneers of American Motorcycle Racing, Chapter 5", "NSMB.e.MAGAZINE Freeride, Extreme and North Shore style Mountain Biking", "The King of BMX. A sporty name from a Paralympic athlete can remind children to never give up. 4 - Lou Gehrig by a sliver over Bobby Orr. The nickname would stick and become part of his identity throughout his playing years, summarizing Dawson's aggressive approach to the game and his Hall of Fame work ethic. A 7'1" tree with more nicknames than points per game (4.0 career average), Joel Przybilla is a force to be reckoned with; if mostly in the Name Hall of Fame. Sanders played professional baseball with theNew York Yankees(19891990),Atlanta Braves(19911994),Cincinnati Reds(19941995, 1997, 2001) andSan Francisco Giants(1995). He is the most dominating boxer in the history of the sport and is synonymous with boxing legend. Comment below!JOIN THE TOTALPROSPORTS TEAM and SUBSCRIBE! As of 1999 . A lot of these athletes have worn other numbers as well. However, he only made one broadway appearance, covered here by Wikipedia: "he made his only appearance on Broadway as a cast replacement in a revival ofThe Caine Mutiny Court Martial.
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