Pearl Jam tells Chris Chelios news of Blackhawks jersey retirement - ESPN

Hall of Fame defenseman Chris Chelios will have his No. 7 jersey retired by the Chicago Blackhawks in a pregame ceremony at the United Center on Feb. 25, 2024, it was announced Thursday night.

The news was revealed during a Pearl Jam concert at United Center. Chelios, who is a good friend of the band's frontman, Eddie Vedder, was brought on stage for the surprise announcement.

A Blackhawks Legend and Chicago Icon: Cheli is going to the rafters