Chicago Icons

Its goes without saying that the city of Chicago lost two of the most infamous characters in the history of their respective sports in 1998. Michael Jordan would play his last game as a Chicago Bull, but also win the team their 6th NBA championship of the decade. Jordan lead the league in scoring during the 97-98 season with 28.7 points per game and would go on to win his 5th league MVP award. Due to head coach Phil Jackson's expiring contract, Scottie Pippen's intent to be traded, and bad boy Dennis Rodman's looming departure from the team, Jordan decided to hang up the sneakers for the second time in his storied career.

Michael Jordan's final shot as a member of the Bulls

Chicago also lost another icon in this year. Known as a fan's broadcaster above all, Harry Caray's life came to a tragic end in February of 1998. Harry Caray is remembered predominantly for his work with the Chicago Cubs but also did broadcast work for both the Cardinals and White Sox. Caray was an interesting character in the booth in the sense that most of his partners admitted that they despised working with him. He often openly rooted for the Cubbies while swinging his microphone and slurring players' names. Easily the most recognizable frames in the game, Harry's glasses where a staple of his character and have made somewhat of a comeback in recent years. Although health was an issue in his later years, WGN allowed Caray to continue broadcasting past their required retirement age which showed how truly popular he was. "The Mayor of Rush Street", as he was affectionately named for his love of Budweiser, will always be remembered as the voice of the Cubs. Holy Cow!