Chris Chelios Thought The Blackhawks Were Going to do Him Dirty
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Sam Walker
September 10, 2023 (3:35 PM)
Chris Chelios Reflects on Long-Awaited Number Retirement
Blackhawks legend Chris Chelios recently opened up about a lingering fear he carried throughout his storied career. The hockey icon admitted that he was always afraid his number retirement would never come to fruition from the Blackhawks.
Chelios, known for his exceptional contributions to the Blackhawks, spent years wondering if his jersey would ever hang in the rafters as a symbol of his remarkable career. However, that fear was put to rest when the Blackhawks honored him by retiring his number. His number retirement is not only a tribute to his remarkable skills but also a testament to the lasting legacy he left in Chicago.
This revelation offers fans a glimpse into the vulnerability and uncertainty that even the greatest athletes can experience, further humanizing their remarkable achievements.
#Blackhawks legend Chris Chelios says he was afraid his number retirement would never come.
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SEPTEMBRE 10 | 340 ANSWERS Chris Chelios Thought The Blackhawks Were Going to do Him Dirty Does Chelios deserve to have his jersey number retired in Chicago? |
Yes | 236 | 69.4 % |
No | 104 | 30.6 % |
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