Chicago is not a city that needs much of an introduction. It is one of the United States most popular localities for professionals and for a long time has been a storied sports town. And while the winters in Chicago can be harsh, they also tend to breed a certain type of fan...a hockey fan. Those that love the cold air and seeing their breath also love to see pucks flying from wing to wing and open ice hits. The Great Lakes division has been home to some of the most competitive hockey in the SHL for the better part of the last few seasons. If you want to play competitive hockey, you play in Great Lakes. Chicago has been a top team in the SHL and has strengthened its trophy cabinet with a Challenge Cup Championship in Season 57.

With expansion on the horizon, its no doubt that Chicago might have a few more roster spots to play around with but it's doubtful that the roster is going to have much fall-off from a performance standpoint. Top-end talent still lives all throughout the offense and defensive lineup. If you are a player late in your career looking for that elusive first championship, Chicago is one of the better places in the league to get it. If you are a young-gun, looking to grit your teeth playing with some of the most talented players on the planet, Chicago can also offer that. There's really no downside to joining an already super competitive roster with a championship pedigree. See you out there, free agents.