He built a contraption out of poles that allowed him to carry more bags than his co-workers. The thumb is not called a "finger," and therefore doesn't count. Rod "He Hate Me" Smart was the shining star of the Vince McMahon's XFL, which lasted all of one season. There are many different stories explaining the origin of the "Say Hey" nickname, but the most common descriptions is as follows: When Mays was coming up in the minor leagues, he moved so frequently through the ranks he didn't know very many of his teammates names. Playing for the University ofColoradoBuffaloes in 1994, Kordell Stewart completed a Hail Mary passto beat theUniversity of Michigan27-26, a play known as "The Miracle at Michigan.". Larry was 1992 NBA Rookie of the Year and a two-time NBA All-Star selection. Folklore legend has it Hardaway's nickname came as a result of his grandmother's southern accent when calling him "Pretty," thus coming out as "Penny.". Comment below!JOIN THE TOTALPROSPORTS TEAM and SUBSCRIBE! He began to garner the nickname "Iron" for his toughness and seemingly total resistance to go down. The former Super Bowl champion New York Giant gained the nickname due to his large stature and semi-rare left-handedness. 5. 28) on his jersey, the same number that Vaughn wore in the film. "The Human Highlight Film" has got to be one of the coolest nicknames in sport and it was perfect for Dominique Wilkins. The long red locks flowing from his helmet while he seems impenetrable by gravity seems to make this nickname non-inventive, but still a perfect fit. As owner of the Kansas City A's, Charles O. Finley thought his new pitcher needed a solid nickname, and citing Hunter's giant 'stache which looked like a catfish's whiskers, gave him the nickname "catfish.". 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. (A special thanks to The Sandlot for assisting with this slide), 8Pro Bowlselection (1981,1983,1984,1985,1987,1989,1990,1993), 3 First TeamAll-Proselection (1987,1989,1990), 3 Second Team All-Pro selection (1981,1983,1984), 4Super Bowlchampion (XVI,XIX,XXIII,XXIV). 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Jeter is an iconic figure from a club renowned for outstanding players and has stood out among the games all-time greats. John G. Zimmerman/SI. "The Glove" was born when Payton's cousin called him during the 1993Western ConferenceFinals series and told him"you're holdingKevin Johnsonlike abaseballin aglove.". 2 Deion Sanders, CB, Florida State (1985-88) Focus on Sport/Getty Images. It shows that the number 42 signifies a piece of history in baseball. Unless he attempts a return to baseball, which isn't likely, he will be eligible for the Hall of Fame following the 2012 season and could be a first-ballot Hall of Famer and definitely deserves to be elected. McCovey got his nickname from his slender-but-tall build. Let's start with the two most simple nicknames: Mike and MJ. Truly the champion of the nickname, Ruth is also the symbol of achievement in our nation's greatest past-time. He scores goals at an unbelievable pace and in a variety of ways, which makes him an absolute nightmare for opposing defenders. 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. He was often compared to film character Rick "Wild Thing" Vaughn (played byCharlie Sheen) in the1989David S. Wardfilm Major League. He is a two-time NBA MVP and 13-time NBA All-Star selection and is currently ranked second all-time in NBA scoring. Was the famous number 23 of the Chicago Bulls? For most of his career, Jordan sported the #23, except for one season during which he donned #45 after his return from retirement. Musial is, to this day, regarded to be one of the greatest hitters in baseball history. HIGHLAND PARK, IL - OCTOBER 21: A gate with the number 23 controls access to the home of basketball legend Michael Jordan on October 21, 2013 in Highland Park, Illinois. It's actually a powerful testament to Jordan's greatness that simply shortening his first name . "Joltin' " refers to his speed and ability to get a jump on the ball off the bat in the outfield and his smart baserunning abilities. Aside from being a vegan, Salley is known for several other odd mannerisms and goofy antics. Jackie Robinson passed away on October 24, 1972, at age 53. With arguably the most famous nickname in the history of media, Dwayne Johnson is built like a rock and wrestled like a rock. Birth Country: United States. 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. He won both the 5,000 and 10,000 meters in the 2012 London Olympics. 1. His trash talking is the stuff of street legend and his longevity in the league cemented his status as an NBA great. It's one of the more unique and popular nicknames of the modern era.". He used the technique of crouching with his left arm out to fight opponents, and experienced many successes. Iconic NBA players with number 23 jerseys include Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Anthony Davis, all Hall of Fame-level players whose career highlights are among the greatest moments in basketball history. Players could put whatever name they wanted back there, and Smart's "He Hate Me" was the best of them all. Currently playing for the Cincinnati Bengals, Adam "Pacman" Jones received his nickname as a young child, when it was noted that he could drink his milk as fast as the video game character. 15: Carlos Beltran. Mookie Blaylock could have been the name of a famous band. Johnson was first dubbed "Magic" while playing Everett High School high as a 15-year-old sophomore. Wayne Gretzky is widely considered the best hockey player ever to play the game, in the same conversations with Gordie Howe and Brett Hull. 23 before Michael Jordan? Each sprin The nickname seems to describe his abilities perfectly, and Jordan and the moniker are now inseparable. 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. The wily pitcher was a fan favorite despite his volatile personality, and his moniker is indicative of his aggressive pitching style. ", The NBA Hall of Fame member and current TNT studio analyst is also known as"Sir Charles.". In the realm of all-time nicknames, it is definitely sweet, but it hits the countdown towards the back, because there isn't much back story here, and he's not actually a hitman. Boston's prodigal son, Ortiz has become an icon in Bean Town for his clutch hitting and lovable personality. Athletes have been blessed with some inventive and fun nicknames. WIZARDS OF CRICKET. Thomas was a dominant hitter and an icon during his playing days with the Chicago White Sox. These individuals are synonymous with these names and will always remember their playing days and the monikers we used to make them legends of the lingo. . If a player did anything to attract attention to themselves, and not the team, he would be benched. Nicklaus earned the nickname at an early age because of his shock of blond hair and stout build. Jackson hit home runs in Game 4 and Game 5 of the Series. "When he joined the Cubs, his extravagant wind-up and release and his frequent wild pitches inspiredWrigley Fieldorganists to playThe Troggs'Wild Thingas he came out of the bullpen. Venus Williams has seven grand slam titles, of which 5 are at Wimbledon, making her one of the best in the game. 32 and 34 for the first 17 of his 19 NBA seasons, before adopting No. Orenthal James was shortened to O.J., which is an acronym shared by "Orange Juice," and there you have it. This list rewards creativity, and while Ali is the greatest boxer ever, his nickname isn't the most creative moniker in sports. This is a list of sportspeople with nicknames. Why he's here: When you start to look through MLB records for switch-hitters, you begin to put Beltran's stellar career in perspective. With a common name like Ed Jones, inserting "Too Tall" seemed like an easy way to separate the man and make him an individual. Michael Jordans #23 is the most iconic number in the history of sports. So, Jordan divided it in half and wore #23. "The Owl Without A Vowel" only played one season in the NBA with the Philadelphia Warriors (now the Golden State Warriors), but the nickname has stuck with him ever since college. Johnston was also the first fullback ever elected to the Pro Bowl, a position officially recognized by the NFL because of Johnston's efforts as a blocker and occasional runner. Kuko is considered one of the best wingmen to ever play the game, and therefore might be the only man on the planet capable of gettingFranck Ribry a real date. At the height of his career, Jordan could take off from the free-throw line and dunk the basketball. An eight-time Pro Bowl . History, conspiracies and Jordan: Why 23 is sport's most legendary number Three sports, three icons, all No.23. While sporting the #66, he helped the Penguins lift the Stanley Cup twice, won three Hart Trophies, and earned six Art Ross Trophies as the leagues leading scorer. Rose took the nickname seriously and spent his career as a hard-nosed ball player, known for legging out extra-base hits and splendid play in the field. The term has become synonymous with small stature, which Reese also had. Either way, the nickname is very fitting of one of the most dominant strike-out pitchers the game has ever seen. Full list of Olympic athletes, including Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka and Michael Phelps. Clyde Drexler. There are a couple of stories regarding the origin of Randy Johnson's nickname. The switch worked because Magic and the Showtime Lakers won the NBA Title in 1980 and would go on to win four more before the end of Magics career. Manager Alfred Lawson chose to put numbers on his teams jerseys in order for fans to easily identify each of the players. Also known as simply "A.I.," Iverson became known as "The Answer" in his first tour of duty with the Philadelphia 76ers. "The Great One" is the simplest way to describe his talents, although a more creative moniker would gain more points. The world's 50 highest-paid athletes collected an astounding $2.97 billion before taxes and agents' fees over the last 12 months, smashing last year's record total by 8%more than $200 . CR7, as he is known to many fans around the world, is possibly the greatest player among this current generation of footballers. Any way you slice it, the man could hit, and the "Splendid Splinter" seems to be the most creative nickname ever concocted for the lefty. 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. 3 spot with 10,335. Carry on with the slideshow, and impress your friends with your newfound street cred. Our most famous number in sports is the former NBA player Michael Jordan's number 23. He stood 6'-and-a-half inches tall and weighed 225 lbs, a very large size in his time. However, "His Airness" seems to be the most creative, citing his incredible leaping ability. David Ortiz has his regular season heroics, but Jeter owns October. Payton is no exception and quickly garnered the nickname "Sweetness" for his ability to make plays, and slide through the defense with ease. While attending the University of Michigan, Traylor earned his nickname for his tremendous size, dominance in the paint, and the way "Tractor" just seemed to flow with his last name.
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