Chris Chelios, who has been with the Detroit Red Wings since 1999 as a player and member of the front office, announced today that he is leaving the organization to return to his hometown of Chicago to be closer to family.
Chelios released the following statement:
"I would like to thank everyone in the Red Wings organization, starting with the Ilitch family -- Mrs. Ilitch, Chris Ilitch, and, of course, the late Mr. I. There's a reason the Red Wings are so revered around the National Hockey League and it starts at the top with ownership. The Ilitch family's dedication and passion for both the Red Wings and the city of Detroit is second-to-none.