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Originally Posted by cowtown75
May I ask why his number doesn't deserve retiring ?
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Just my preference. First seven years of Fleury's tenure was apart of some incredibly good teams. 88-89 to 94-95 he only led the team in scoring twice and once only by one point to McInnis. So for me if McInnis's number isn't hanging in the Rafters (which it should be) then why does Fleurys? Like I said, I am not going to argue with whoever thinks he should as I understand why. I just don't think his career as a Flame superceded McInnis's.
Being honored with the likes of McInnis and potentially Niewy at some point in the whole forever a Flames thing, is stellar recognition for his services as a Flame.
Also. I've never been a major fan of retiring numbers anyways. Why should this generation not be able to buy a #18 Canadiens Jersey for their favorite player today? Yeah there are some numbers that should be retired. But that honor should stand for the truly all time greats of the game.
I should also clarify my preference is in no way swayed by Fleury's life outside of Hockey.