Stories Behind NHL Players' Numbers

According to recent reports, Red Wings defenseman Mike Commodore has decided not to wear 64 in homage to the old Commodore 64 computer of the 1980s. But hockey history is full of quirky tales behind the numbers that players choose. One of the best is Kevyn Adams' choice of 42 while playing for Toronto (1997-2000). The Maple Leafs center was a fan of The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy sci-fi comedy multi-media series in which 42 was said to be the answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, The Universe and Everything.