Data-backed grades on every Chicago ownership group. Spending, Results, Fan Sentiment, and Loyalty Tax. Grades are reviewed and updated monthly.
| Team | Spend | Results | Sentiment | Loyalty Tax | Overall ↓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulls NBA | 7.0 | 5.5 | 4.5 | 8.0 | 4.8 |
| Bears NFL | 6.5 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 7.5 | 4.6 |
| Blackhawks NHL | 6.0 | 3.0 | 5.5 | 6.0 | 4.6 |
| Cubs MLB | 5.5 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 7.0 | 4.6 |
| White Sox MLB | 2.0 | 1.5 | 2.0 | 9.5 | 1.5 |
Historically bad 2024 season. Rock-bottom payroll in a major market. Fan trust near zero. Reinsdorf's dual ownership criticized as conflict of interest.
New stadium saga dominates fan frustration. Poles rebuilding through the draft but patience wearing thin after another losing season.
Full rebuild after dynasty window closed. Bedard gives hope but supporting cast still thin. Wirtz family goodwill from 2010s fading.
2016 championship bought long leash but fans growing impatient. Bregman signing shows willingness to spend but results haven't followed.
Reinsdorf era defined by post-Jordan mediocrity. Finally committing to a rebuild after years of treadmill rosters. Fans skeptical after decades of half-measures.