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, […]
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If you are a true Chicago sports fan, you probably get at least a few goose bumps every time you hear the start to “Chelsea Dagger,” and chances are you have a Kane or Toews jersey hanging in your closet. In the past five years, the Chicago Blackhawks hockey team has rejuvenated the spirits of […]
With just a game or two to go, the Chicago Blackhawks are gearing up to hoist the Stanley Cup. There’s no better time than now to have family and friends over to watch the big game. Here are a few tips to make it a great party: Show your team spirit. Chances are, everyone will […]
Before the bats start swinging, we’re enjoying the “cozy confines” of our indoor winter sports. The Bulls and Blackhawks are two of the hottest games in town and we’ve got the insider tips for your next jaunt to the United Center. Chicago Blackhawks Insider: Jay Blunk, Executive Vice President of Business Operations 1. Come Early […]
If you’re reading this, you probably want to know more about hockey. Finally! Hockey is a fast-paced, brutal, beautiful game, and it’s a shame more people don’t follow it. Of course, when Da Hawks stopped alienating fans, built an exciting roster, and actually started winning games (hello, Stanley Cup!), the city was bound to start […]
Do you have one of the town’s hottest tickets? Not that Oprah’s favorites show where you get free iPods and cashmere underwear. Urban legend says to score a seat you have to either send her 20,000 emails a day or swim across Lake Michigan. We’re talking the Chicago Blackhawks, who might just bring the first […]
