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Blackhawks welcome legendary players back home to celebrate home opener

Every year, the Blackhawks walk the red carpet into the United Center to kickoff their home opener. This year was a little special, however.

The 2025 season marks the 100th season in franchise history, so to commemorate the occasion the team welcomed back some of its most notable players from decades past.

Take a look:

Eddie Olczyk, Chicago Blackhawks
Eddie Olczyk, Chicago Blackhawks | David Banks-Imagn Images

Chicago's own, Eddie O. The Brother Rice grad was the Blackhawks' No. 3 overall pick in 1984 and recorded 50 points in his rookie season.