NHL Retired Numbers¶
Current NHL Teams¶
Anaheim Ducks¶
Teemu Selänne - Number 8
Paul Kariya - Number 9
Scott Niedermayer - Number 27
Arizona Coyotes¶
Boston Bruins¶
Eddie Shore - #2
Lionel Hitchman - #3
Bobby Orr - #4
Aubrey Clapper - #5
Phil Esposito - #7
Cam Neely - #8
Johnny Bucyk - #9
Milt Schmidt - #15
Rick Middleton - #16
Terry O’Reilly - #24
Ray Bourque - #77
Willie O’Ree - #22
Buffalo Sabres¶
Tim Horton - #2: Horton was a legendary NHL player and co-founder of the Tim Hortons coffee and doughnut chain. He played for the Sabres towards the end of his career and was instrumental in helping the team reach their first Stanley Cup Playoff appearance.
Rick Martin - #7: Martin was a key player for the Sabres and a part of the renowned “French Connection” line.
Gilbert Perreault - #11: Perreault is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in Sabres history and was also part of the “French Connection.”
René Robert - #14: Another member of the “French Connection,” Robert was a significant contributor to the team’s success in the 1970s.
Pat LaFontaine - #16: LaFontaine was known for his exceptional skill and leadership on the ice.
Danny Gare - #18: Gare had a remarkable career with the Sabres, known for his scoring ability and leadership.
Dominik Hasek - #39: Hasek is considered one of the greatest goaltenders in NHL history, known for his unique style and numerous awards.
Ryan Miller - #30: Miller is renowned for his goaltending skills and significant contributions to the Sabres.
Calgary Flames¶
Number 9 - Worn by Lanny McDonald.
Number 12 - Worn by Jarome Iginla.
Number 30 - Worn by Mike Vernon.
Carolina Hurricanes¶
Chicago Blackhawks¶
Glenn Hall - Number 1
Keith Magnuson and Pierre Pilote - Number 3
Bobby Hull - Number 9
Stan Mikita - Number 21
Denis Savard - Number 18
Tony Esposito - Number 35
Marian Hossa - Number 81
Chris Chelios - Number 7 (Retired in 2024)
Colorado Avalanche¶
Columbus Blue Jackets¶
Dallas Stars¶
Detroit Red Wings¶
Edmonton Oilers¶
Al Hamilton, #3: Al Hamilton was the first player to have his number retired by the Oilers. His number 3 was retired in honor of his contributions to the team during the World Hockey Association (WHA) days.
Wayne Gretzky, #99: Wayne Gretzky’s number 99 was retired league-wide by the NHL, but it was first retired by the Oilers. Gretzky is widely considered the greatest hockey player of all time and led the Oilers to four Stanley Cup championships.
Mark Messier, #11: Mark Messier, known for his leadership and skill, played a crucial role in the Oilers’ dynasty years. His number 11 was retired in recognition of his contributions to the team’s success.
Jari Kurri, #17: Jari Kurri was a key member of the Oilers during their Stanley Cup victories in the 1980s. His number 17 was retired in honor of his outstanding offensive play and contributions to the team’s success.
Paul Coffey, #7: Paul Coffey, one of the greatest defensemen in NHL history, had his number 7 retired by the Oilers. He was known for his speed, scoring ability, and playmaking skills.
Glenn Anderson, #9: Glenn Anderson’s number 9 was retired in recognition of his scoring prowess and key role in the Oilers’ Stanley Cup victories.
Grant Fuhr, #31: Grant Fuhr, one of the greatest goaltenders in NHL history, had his number 31 retired by the Oilers. He was instrumental in the team’s success during the 1980s.
Florida Panthers¶
Los Angeles Kings¶
Minnesota Wild¶
Montreal Canadiens¶
Nashville Predators¶
New Jersey Devils¶
New York Islanders¶
New York Rangers¶
Ottawa Senators¶
Philadelphia Flyers¶
Bernie Parent - Number 1
Mark Howe - Number 2
Barry Ashbee - Number 4
Bill Barber - Number 7
Bobby Clarke - Number 16
Eric Lindros - Number 88
Pittsburgh Penguins¶
Number 21 - Michel Briere: His number was retired posthumously in 2001 after a tragic car accident ended his career prematurely following his rookie season in 1969-70.
Number 66 - Mario Lemieux: One of the greatest hockey players of all time, Lemieux’s number was retired in 1997. He is known for his extraordinary skills on the ice and for leading the Penguins to multiple Stanley Cup victories.
Number 68 - Jaromir Jagr: Retired in 2021, Jagr was one of the most productive players in NHL history and a key figure in the Penguins’ Stanley Cup wins in the early 1990s.
San Jose Sharks¶
Seattle Kraken¶
St. Louis Blues¶
Tampa Bay Lightning¶
Toronto Maple Leafs¶
Vancouver Canucks¶
Pavel Bure - Number 10
Stan Smyl - Number 12
Trevor Linden - Number 16
Markus Naslund - Number 19
Daniel Sedin - Number 22
Henrik Sedin - Number 33
Vegas Golden Knights¶
Washington Capitals¶
Rod Langway’s #5: Rod Langway, a defenseman, played for the Capitals from 1982 to 1993. His number was retired on November 26, 1997.
Yvon Labre’s #7: Yvon Labre, also a defenseman, was with the Capitals from 1974 to 1981. His number was the first to be retired by the team on November 7, 1981.
Mike Gartner’s #11: Playing as a right wing, Mike Gartner was with the Capitals from 1979 to 1989. His jersey number was retired on December 28, 2008.
Dale Hunter’s #32: Dale Hunter, who played center, was a part of the Capitals from 1987 to 1999. His number was retired on March 11, 2000.