Michael Jordan missed Chris Chelios’ jersey retirement due to death in the family
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Michael Jordan missed Blackhawks icon and Hall of Famer Chris Chelios’ jersey retirement ceremony Sunday in Chicago due to a family death, according to NBC Sports Chicago.
Jordan instead sent a video to celebrate the defenseman.
“Hey, man, unfortunately, Chelios, I can’t make it again this week,” Jordan said, per NBC. “I tried for the Ring of Honor. I couldn’t make it then. I had a death in the family for Sunday. Look, you’re a very deserving man, and I’m proud to see your jersey up there with my jersey. You and I have been friends for 30 years, so I wish you the best. I send a bunch of love, you know, go Blackhawks!”
Jordan, the legendary Bulls superstar, is close with Chelios, with the two sharing the same city from 1990-98, and playing at the United Center from 1994-98.
As Jordan led the Bulls to six championships, Chelios starred for the Blackhawks, helping the team reach the Stanley Cup Final in 1992.
Chelios, 62, wore No. 7 for the Blackhawks and won the Norris Trophy twice in Chicago while making five All-Star teams.
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