Chelios joins star-studded list of Blackhawks ambassadors

Hall of Fame defenseman Chris Chelios will join the Chicago Blackhawks as a team ambassador, the club announced Monday.

"Through multiple generations of players and fans, Chris Chelios will forever be etched into the history of the Chicago Blackhawks. His contributions to our organization and the overall sport of hockey stand tall," Blackhawks chairman Rocky Wirtz said in a statement. "We are proud to welcome Chris and his family back home to the United Center and we are honored to call him an ambassador."

Chelios joins Blackhawks legends Tony Esposito, Bobby Hull, Stan Mikita, and Denis Savard, who will represent the organization at events in the Chicago area.

He suited up in 664 games over nine seasons with the Blackhawks, recording 487 points and winning two of his three Norris Trophies.