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Chicago News Sports Events Culture

Touted as the sport capital of the world, Chicago is home to several amateur and professional sports teams. These include the Chicago Cubs, the Bulls, the Blackhawks, and the Bears, to name a few. Despite the fact that many of these sports teams are based in different parts of the state, they contribute massively to the economy.

The city is also one of the top ten in terms of population, and with nearly three million residents, it’s no wonder that there are many sports fans. Whether you’re a die hard fan of the Cubs or a casual fan of the Bears, you can count on seeing your favorite team on the field every week.

The city is also home to several notable events, most notably the Maccabi Games, the largest sporting event of its kind in the world. In the past, the city has been the venue for the NFL’s most important championship game, the Super Bowl, and the world series, to name a few.

The Chicago sports scene is a buzzy mix of cosmopolitan and suburbanites, and sports are a big part of that. Aside from being home to a number of storied franchises, the city is also home to several minor league baseball teams. In the past, the Chicago Cubs have been credited with generating over $60 million per year for Illinois. And, the city is also home to a number of major sports organizations, including the National Basketball Association’s Golden State Warriors, the Women’s Basketball Association’s (WBA) Chicago Sky, and the United Soccer League’s (USL) Chicago Breakers.