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13
From BR Bullpen
Number 13 has traditionally been shunned by players because of long-standing superstitious beliefs associated with the number in western culture, known as "triskaidekaphobia". The fact that Ralph Branca wore it when he gave up the Shot Heard 'Round the World also contributed to its unpopularity within baseball circles. However, it is popular in Venezuela, which explains why Dave Concepcion, Omar Vizquel and Edgardo Alfonzo have all worn it. Since the 1970s, the number has been worn much more frequently.
[edit] Players who wore this number
- Edgardo Alfonzo
- Alex Avila
- Ralph Branca
- Asdrubal Cabrera
- Ernie Camacho
- Starlin Castro
- Dave Concepcion, retired by the Cincinnati Reds
- Carl Crawford
- Turk Farrell
- Jeff Fassero
- Kirby Higbe
- Orlando Hudson
- Clint Hurdle
- Buck Martinez
- Nate McLouth
- John Odom
- Mike Pagliarulo
- Lance Parrish
- Claude Passeau
- Alex Rodriguez
- Jim Rooker
- Jerry Royster
- Brendan Ryan
- Omar Vizquel
- Billy Wagner
