In 2007, Rocky Wirtz took control of his family’s sports, entertainment, real estate, agriculture, insurance, banking, and liquor distribution empire — which includes the Chicago Blackhawks and a share of the United Center. Unfortunately, at that time, the team was Chicago’s laughing stock for its presence at the bottom of the NHL standings and poor […]
Under leadership of Rocky Wirtz, son of former, late owner William Wirtz, the Chicago Blackhawks have demonstrated what Forbes dubbed “the greatest turnaround in sports business history.” Rocky’s management has led the organization through a complete revitalization; reversing team policies and practices, including the implementation of televising all games, and the addition of instrumental members, […]
On Saturday March 5th, Camp Kesem held their second annual Magic Ball to raise funds for the amazing work they do for “children touched by a parent’s cancer”. With the help of Chicago Blackhawk Niklas Hjalmarsson and wife Elina, famed auctioneer David Goodman and host Susanna Negovan, creator of SPLASH and contributor to FOX Good Day […]
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Congratulations USA Women’s Hockey on their World Championship! The American team clinched their third straight title with a 3-2 win over Canada. Hilary Knight, who grew up in Lake Forest, scored the winning goal in overtime. Maybe they can give our Blackhawks a few tips! Here are two more “girl power!” stories to inspire: […]
