Not to discount the contributions of Vernon, Nieuwendyk, or MacInnis (or any others that have been huge parts of Calgary and the Flames), but if I had my way there would only be two retired numbers:
#9: Lanny McDonald
#12: Jarome Iginla
These are the only two truly iconic Calgary Flames. Their names and images are synonymous with the team, and their contributions on the ice were matched or exceeded by their contributions and involvement in the greater community. Class acts in every sphere.
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"It's a great day for hockey."
-'Badger' Bob Johnson (1931-1991)
"I see as much misery out of them moving to justify theirselves as them that set out to do harm."
-Dr. Amos "Doc" Cochran
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