Hockey is a sport that loves tradition and celebrating its past. There are certain jersey numbers that are synonymous with the sport, like No. 66 and No. 99.

Other numbers provide instant recognition for hockey fans, like Bobby Orr’s No. 4, Gordie Howe’s No. 9 and presently Alex Ovechkin’s No. 8 and Sidney Crosby’s No. 87. Young stars like Connor McDavid (No. 97), Jack Eichel (No. 15) an Auston Matthews (No. 34) could also build a similar legacy.

Hockey doesn’t just have jerseys. It has sweaters, or at least it used to. People still like to say they wear their favorite player’s sweater to the local barn, even that is now a state-of-the-art 18,000-seat multi-purpose facility.

Whatever you like to call them, there is no question the hockey jersey is the best (and most acceptable) piece of team sportswear for an adult to wear in public. NHL arenas are packed with people of all ages in jerseys, while there might only be a smattering of them at NBA or MLB games.

Here is a look at the best current player for every number that will be worn in the NHL this season.