Chicago Fire officially announce Ezra Hendrickson as new head coach

Ezra Hendrickson Chicago FireEzra Hendrickson will now try to do something no coach has done since Bob Bradley more than two decades ago—lead the Chicago Fire to an MLS Cup victory.

Hot Time in Old Town first broke the news of Hendrickson’s hire last week, and the club made it official today, signing the 49-year-old to a two year contract, with an option on a third year.

“I am immensely proud and humbled to be named the head coach of Chicago Fire FC,” Hendrickson said in a news release announcing his hire. “There are many people to thank. Firstly, I am grateful to our owner Joe Mansueto for this incredible opportunity. It’s a responsibility that I do not take lightly. Georg Heitz, Sebastian…