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Chicago Blackhawks Retire Chris Chelios' No. 7 Jersey in Emotional Ceremony

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Emotional ceremony honoring hockey legend Chris Chelios as the Chicago Blackhawks retire his iconic No. 7 jersey.

The Chicago Blackhawks honored hockey legend Chris Chelios by retiring his iconic No. 7 jersey in a stirring ceremony at the United Center. Fans witnessed a trip down memory lane as Chelios, known for his hard-charging style both on and off the ice, was celebrated for his contributions to the team and the sport. The ceremony, before the game against the Detroit Red Wings, was a fitting tribute to Chelios' remarkable career and enduring legacy in the NHL.

In a heartwarming gesture, former Detroit Red Wings defenseman Chris Chelios expressed gratitude for the honor bestowed upon him by the Blackhawks. His No. 7 jersey was raised to the rafters of the United Center, symbolizing his impact on both teams and the sport of hockey. The historic occasion was broadcasted on NBC Sports Chicago and the NHL Network, allowing fans to be part of this special moment.

As Chelios' No. 7 jersey joins the ranks of retired numbers, the Blackhawks paid tribute to his hard-charging lifestyle and dedication to the game. This event not only celebrated Chelios' on-ice achievements but also highlighted his influence on younger players, with current Red Wings sharing awe-inspiring stories of playing alongside the hockey legend. The retirement of Chris Chelios' jersey marks a significant chapter in NHL history, commemorating a player whose impact transcends the rink.

In the realm of sports, the retirement of a player's jersey is a prestigious honor reserved for the elite few who have made a lasting impression on their teams and fans. Chris Chelios' jersey retirement underscores his status as a true hockey icon, bridging the gap between past and present generations of players. As the No. 7 jersey hangs in the United Center, it stands as a symbol of Chelios' remarkable career and enduring legacy in the world of hockey.

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Chicago Blackhawks retire Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

The Chicago Blackhawks retired Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey on Sunday in a ceremony that highlighted the defenseman's hard-charging lifestyle on and off the ...

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Chelios has No. 7 retired by Blackhawks in stirring ceremony (NHL.com)

It was part of a tremendous trip back in time when the Chicago Blackhawks retired Chelios' No. 7 before they played the Detroit Red Wings at United Center on ...

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Chris Chelios thankful for Detroit Red Wings at Chicago honor ... (Detroit Free Press)

Former Detroit Red Wings defenseman Chris Chelios basked in glory as his No. 7 was raised to the United Center rafters by the Chicago Blackhawks.

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BLOG: How to Watch Chris Chelios' Jersey Retirement Ceremony (BlueJackets.com)

Catch the historic occasion on NBC Sports Chicago or the NHL Network.

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Here's everything you need to know about Chris Chelios' jersey ... (NBC Chicago)

The Blackhawks will retire Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey at the United Center this Sunday ahead of the team's game against the Red Wings.

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Blackhawks retire Hall of Famer Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey (The Athletic)

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Blackhawks retire former captain Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey (Sportsnet.ca)

The Chicago Blackhawks retired Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey on Sunday during a pregame ceremony that highlighted the defenseman's hard-charging lifestyle on ...

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Chicago Blackhawks retire Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey (Toronto Star)

CHICAGO (AP) — Watching his No. 7 rise into the rafters at the United Center, well, that traveled far beyond Chris Chelios' wildest imagination.

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Current Red Wings have cool stories about Chris Chelios (mlive.com)

DETROIT – Ben Chiarot has a cool story to tell his kids one day: He was teammates with Chris Chelios. Chiarot looks back in amazement on that brief two-week ...

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Honor for Chris Chelios in Patrick Kane's Chicago return is perfect ... (Detroit Free Press)

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Chicago Blackhawks retire Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

The Chicago Blackhawks retired Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey Sunday in a ceremony that highlighted the defenseman's hard-charging lifestyle on and off the ice ...

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Blackhawks retire Chelios' No. 7 jersey (TSN)

The Chicago Blackhawks retired Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey on Sunday during a pregame ceremony that highlighted the defenseman's hard-charging lifestyle on ...

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Les Blackhawks retirent le chandail numéro 7 du défenseur Chris ... (La Presse)

Les Blackhawks de Chicago ont retiré le chandail numéro 7 du défenseur Chris Chelios, dimanche, avant un duel contre les Red Wings de Detroit.

À VOIR: Chris Chelios immortalisé à Chicago - TVA Sports (TVA Sports)

Son numéro 7 a été retiré par les Blackhawks, qui ont aussi rendu hommage à Patrick Kane à son retour à Chicago.

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Chris Chelios reçoit l'honneur ultime des Blackhawks (Habsolument Fan)

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Les Hawks ont retiré le chandail de Chris Chelios (RDS)

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Michael Jordan Sends Chris Chelios Congratulatory Message From ... (Sports Illustrated)

The Bulls legend paid his respects to his longtime friend.

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Blackhawks Raise Chris Chelios' No. 7 To United Center Rafters (The Hockey News)

With Wayne Gretzky and celebs in attendance, Chelios salutes family, friends, former teammates and others before game against Red Wings and Patrick Kane.

Blackhawks retire former captain Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey (Sportsnet.ca)

The fans saluted the Chicago native with chants of “Cheli! Cheli!” while the current Blackhawks and Detroit Red Wings watched from the benches. “As a kid ...

Patrick Kane marque en prolongation pour gâcher la soirée de Chris ... (L'Éclaireur Progrès)

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Chicago Blackhawks retire Chris Chelios' jersey (CBS Chicago)

Chicago's own Chelios, an all time fan-favorite, delivered an empassioned speech in front of a capacity crowd as he became the ninth player in franchise history ...

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Michael Jordan skips appearance at Chris Chelios' jersey-retirement ... (GolfDigest.com)

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