The Chicago Blackhawks announced Monday the appointment of Chris Chelios to the role of team ambassador, joining Tony Esposito, Bobby Hull, Stan Mikita and Denis Savard.

Chelios spent nine seasons during his career with the Blackhawks, scoring 92 goals and adding 487 assists in 664 games. He served as the team's captain from 1995-99.

"Through multiple generations of players and fans, Chris Chelios will forever be etched into the history of the Chicago Blackhawks," said Blackhawks chairman Rocky Wirtz. "His contributions to our organization and the overall sport of hockey stand tall. We are proud to welcome Chris and his family back home to the United Center and we are honored to call him an ambassador."

Chelios retired from the 2010 and joined the Detroit Red Wings as an adviser. He spent the past three seasons as a assistant coach behind the bench in Detroit.

Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2013, Chelios played a total of 1,651 games during his NHL career, posting 185 goals and 948 points.

"To be able to join the Blackhawks organization in this role means everything to me," said Chelios. "I'm very thankful to Rocky Wirtz and John McDonough for this opportunity to return to the Blackhawks. Chicago is my hometown and returning to this organization is very special to me and my family."