Pearl Jam Reveals Epic News To Chris Chelios
Hall of Famer Chris Chelios will have his iconic #7 retired by the Chicago Blackhawks on February 25th when the Blackhawks face the Detroit Red Wings.
The popular rock band Pearl Jam had a show at the United Center, the home of the Blackhawks. Lead singer Eddie Vedder brought Chelios on stage and let him know that his number would be raised to the rafters, saying that it was one of the last wishes of late Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz before his death in July.
Both teams are very meaningful for Chelios. He played close to a decade in Detroit and over a decade in Chicago during his prime years. During his incredible 26 year career he played 1651 games scoring 185 goals and 948 points.
«We are entering a new era of Blackhawks hockey on the ice, but the importance of honoring past members of this organization is, and always will be, a priority,» said Blackhawks chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz in a statement Thursday night. «Chris Chelios represents not only the Blackhawks, but, given his roots here, the city of Chicago. Rocky wanted Chris to be the next Blackhawk to have his jersey retired and would have loved to see this moment."
«We look forward to celebrating Chris' career in February with his family, friends, and sharing it all with Blackhawks fans.»
Chelios is the ninth member of the Blackhawks to have his number retired as he joins an elite group of players in franchise history.
Glenn Hall � No. 1
Pierre Pilote � No. 3
Keith Magnusson � No. 3
Bobby Hull � No. 9
Denis Savard � No. 18
Stan Mikita � No. 21
Tony Esposito � No. 35
Marian Hossa � No. 81
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