A Nostalgic Number Returns to the Diamond
In the heart of Baltimore Orioles history, the No. 7 hasn't graced the field since the days of the Ripken family. Cal Ripken Sr., a managerial force for the Orioles in the late '80s, famously donned the jersey before it was shelved post-1988. His son, Billy Ripken, briefly carried on the tradition the same year his father was let go from the team.
"Following Cal Sr.'s departure, No. 7 transformed into an iconic emblem, symbolically retired and untouched—until now."
Unofficial Retirement Ends
For over three decades, Orioles players have steered clear of the number, honoring the legacy left behind. But the Ripken family has now given their blessing for a new chapter. Jackson Holliday gears up to make his own mark in No. 7, etching his family's name alongside the Ripkens in Orioles lore.
A New Era with a Nostalgic Number
The Ripken family is buzzing with excitement as Orioles' prospect Jackson Holliday gears up to sport the iconic No. 7, a number steeped in Baltimore history. This treasured digit is synonymous with the late Cal Ripken Sr., a true Orioles' legend who donned it back in the ‘87 and '88 seasons while at the helm of the team. It's a number that resonates with the fans, encapsulating leadership and the Ripken legacy—which stretched further when his son, Billy, took it over after Senior's dismissal in '88.
No other Baltimore player has dared to rock No. 7 on their back since—it's been an off-the-books retired number, held in reverence, until now. So, what changed? You guessed it: a nod of approval from the Ripken clan and a new chapter for the Orioles unfold with Holliday stepping up to the plate. Ready to see the return of No. 7 to the field and feel the electric energy? Stay tuned to Statbet for this historical wardrobe swap—an epic blend of past glory and future promise. > Editor: Vitalina Patskan
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