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Whether you are a Chicago native or just a sports buff living in the Windy City, you are likely familiar with the city’s sports culture. It is a fact that Chicago is home to the largest concentration of sports enthusiasts in the nation. It is also the location of several major sports teams.

Sports may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Chicago, but the fact of the matter is that it has a plethora of renowned sports teams that provide a wealth of entertainment and sporting events.

The Chicago Bears are perhaps the most famous of all the teams, but the Chicago Cubs are also well-known in the sporting world. The Bears have a long and storied history, and they have been to the Super Bowl and a couple of Super Bowls to boot. While they have not won the big one in a long time, they have won a couple of Stanley Cups and the aforementioned illustrious mugs at the game naming contest. The Cubs also have a slew of minor league teams and a long and storied history.

The most impressive thing about sports is the fact that they can bring people together from all walks of life. Sports can boost the local economy, provide entertainment to a burgeoning population, and a large portion of the time they can be a catalyst for socialization. Sports such as baseball, basketball, and football can bring communities together and make people feel good about themselves.