In Sunday’s Slap Shots, I did a (partial) <a href="https://nypost.com/2024/12/28/sports/wild-thriving-despite-spending-huge-chunk-of-cap-on-buyouts/">ranking of the best numbers in NHL history.</a> The idea for that was born last week, when I checked on Rangers who had worn No. 17 after the team acquired Will Borgen.

Kind of a dog’s breakfast, actually, with Dean Prentice, Brandon Dubinsky and Dave Balon leading a relatively short list of luminaries.

I wondered if 17 might be the least decorated number in Rangers history, did some research and now am able to present the definitive ranking of Blueshirts by the number from 1-to-30.

It’s a <a href="https://nypost.com/2024/12/29/sports/rangers-have-quit-on-peter-laviolette-it-will-eventually-cost-him-his-job/">break from the season</a> we all deserve, correct?

I did some research and now am able to present the definitive ranking of Blueshirts by the number from 1-to-30.{ai:summary}<p>A ranking of the best jersey numbers in NHL history was inspired by the Rangers’ acquisition of Will Borgen and the history of players who wore No. 17. The list highlights notable players like Dean Prentice, Brandon Dubinsky, and Dave Balon, suggesting No. 17 may be one of the least celebrated numbers in Rangers history. </p><p>The ranking offers a light-hearted diversion from the current season, presenting a comprehensive evaluation of Rangers players by their jersey numbers from 1 to 30. #sports</p>

Which Ranger wore his number best? Ranking the best Blueshirts by uniform, from No. 1 to No. 30

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