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Mariano Rivera pitched his last game in pinstripes last county, making an emotional exit after he was pulled out of the game by his Yankees teammates Derek Jeter and Andy Petite. The greatest closer of all time knew that this was the end, since New York has been eliminated from playoff contention, but not everyone rides off into the sunset on a high note. From Michael Jordan to Barry Sanders, silver of the most memorable retirement moments in sports included iconic sneakers.
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Michael Jordan
Image via SI PhotosYear: 1998
Model: nike mercurial blue and neon yellow rollerblade4 “Last Shot”
Michael Jordan hit the “Last Shot” in Utah in his brand new nike mercurial blue and neon yellow rollerblade4s, capping off his second three-peat and sixth NBA Championship. It was a fairytale ending for the greatest player of all time, but it wouldn’t be the last time MJ hit the hardwood.
mint green nike free runsYear: 2003
Model: nike mercurial blue and neon yellow rollerblade8 White/Royal
Michael Jordan made his second return from retirement to the League for two seasons with the Washington Wizards. Still averaging 20 PPG, MJ further proved that he is the best to ever play the game, and bowed out once and for all in Philadelphia in the nike mercurial blue and neon yellow rollerblade8.
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