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Blackhawks to retire Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey in February ceremony

  • The Chicago Blackhawks announced they will retire former captain Chris Chelios' No. 7 jersey.
  • The ceremony is scheduled for February 25 when the Blackhawks host the Detroit Red Wings.
  • Chelios will become the ninth Blackhawks player to have his number retired by the franchise.
  • The decision to honor Chelios was in discussion within the organization for years and was a wish of the late owner Rocky Wirtz.
  • The Blackhawks may retire more player jerseys in the future, breaking from their previous limited number of retirements.
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