ANAHEIM -- This summer, Vladimir Guerrero will become the first player to enter the Hall of Fame as an Angel. Could he also become the seventh person to have his number retired by the franchise?
The Angels have retired only six numbers in their 57-year history, honoring six-time All-Star shortstop Jim Fregosi (No. 11), Hall of Famers Nolan Ryan (No. 30) and Rod Carew (No. 29), longtime coach Jimmie Reese (No. 50), founding owner Gene Autry (No. 26) and Jackie Robinson (No. 42).
In recent years, the Angels have paid tribute to their rich history by welcoming more players into their Hall of Fame, but they haven't retired a number since 1998, when Fregosi received the exclusive honor.