So You Wanna Hang 'Em Up? A Guide to Retiring Numbers in NHL 23 (Because Apparently Gretzky Needs His Beauty Sleep)
Let's face it, folks, there are some jerseys so legendary they deserve a permanent spot in the rafters. We're talking about the sweaters that make you misty-eyed, the numbers that send chills down your spine (in a good way, hopefully). Wayne Gretzky's 99, Bobby Orr's 4, heck, maybe even your buddy's number from that epic beer league championship (though let's be honest, that one's pushing it). But how do you immortalize these threads of hockey history in NHL 23? Buckle up, because Uncle Google is here to break it down for you.
Hold Your Horses (and Your Retirement Banners): It's Not Exactly Like Real Life
Here's the thing: unlike real life where teams have fancy ceremonies and teary-eyed speeches, NHL 23 doesn't have a built-in "retire number" function. Shocking, right? We know, we know. But fear not, there's still a way to pay homage to your fallen heroes (or that one player who racked up a zillion points).
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The Not-So-Secret Workaround: Embrace the Manual Life
Yep, you gotta get your hands dirty (metaphorically, of course). Here's the plan:
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- The Fallen Star: Identify the jersey you want to retire. Is it your superstar forward who just hung up his skates? Maybe a legendary defenseman whose career deserves a tip of the hat (or helmet, I guess)?
- Number Crunching: Head over to your roster management screen. Find a young buck, a fresh-faced rookie with their whole NHL career ahead of them.
- The Big Swap: Here comes the magic. You can edit player information, including their jersey number. Simply swap the rookie's number with your retired legend's. Poof! Instant jersey retirement (kind of).
Bonus Round: Channel Your Inner Announcer
Okay, this one's purely for showmanship, but why not go all out? Once you've made the jersey switch, head over to your sim settings and crank up the frequency of public address announcements. Every time your new hotshot takes the ice, you'll get a delightful reminder of who really owns that number.
FAQ: Retiring Numbers in NHL 23 - The Short and Sweet
How to Retire a Number in NHL 23?
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There's no built-in function, but you can manually swap jersey numbers with a new player.
How Do I Know Who to Retire?
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It's your call! Choose a player who deserves the honor, whether it's a superstar or a personal favorite.
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Can I Un-Retire a Number?
Sure, just swap the number back with another player if you have a change of heart.
Will This Actually Retire the Number in-Game?
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Nope, the game won't acknowledge the retirement. But hey, it's the thought that counts, right?
Is There a More Official Way to Do This?
Unfortunately, not at this time. Here's hoping for a future update with a proper retirement feature!
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