October 6 – Chicago, with the Stanley Cup-winning Blackhawks and fast-rising Bulls leading the way, is No. 1 in Sporting News’ 17th annual Best Sports Cities rankings. This is the third time the second city has received the honor.

The Windy City dethroned 2009’s No. 1 Pittsburgh, a first-time winner in 2009 and No. 12 in 2010’s rankings.

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