Chicago sports X-Word

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Across
  1. 3. – Supposed supernatural misfortune blamed for decades of heartbreak for Chicago’s North Side team.
  2. 4. – The high-pressure elimination gauntlet teams must survive on the road to a title.
  3. 6. – Fast-paced court game of jump shots, fast breaks, slam dunks, and last-second drama.
  4. 10. – The ultimate trophy moment—confetti, celebration, and a season’s worth of hard-earned glory.
  5. 11. Series – Championship showdown that crowns Major League Baseball’s final survivor each October.
  6. 12. Bryant – Rookie-of-the-Year turned MVP who helped drive the Cubs to their long-awaited championship.
  7. 14. – Walter, the Bears running back known as “Sweetness” for his smooth style and unmatched greatness.
  8. 15. – Chicago Bulls icon whose gravity-defying leaps and clutch heroics made him a global sports legend.
  9. 17. – A team so dominant that it rules an era, like the unstoppable Bulls of the ’90s.
  10. 18. – Beloved ivy-draped ballpark where the scoreboard is manual and the rooftops are legendary.
  11. 20. – Javier, the dazzling infielder nicknamed “El Mago” for his lightning-quick tags and electric plays.
  12. 21. – Dennis, the flamboyant rebound specialist famed for defense, hustle, and ever-changing hair colors.
  13. 22. – Scottie, the versatile Hall-of-Famer whose defense and playmaking fueled Chicago’s six-title run.
  14. 24. – Animal tied to the infamous curse said to haunt the Cubs after its 1945 ejection from Wrigley.
Down
  1. 1. – First name of the player many consider the greatest in NBA history, synonymous with competitiveness.
  2. 2. – Chicago’s storied NHL team with a fierce logo, passionate fan base, and multiple recent Stanley Cups.
  3. 5. – North Side baseball team whose loyal fans packed Wrigley long before their miracle 2016 title run.
  4. 6. – Chicago NFL franchise famed for its hard-hitting defenses and “Monsters of the Midway” reputation.
  5. 7. – Historic lakefront stadium that has hosted the Bears for generations.
  6. 8. – Anthony, the steady first baseman whose leadership and heart made him a fan favorite at Wrigley.
  7. 9. – Tough, mustachioed coach who became a Chicago icon during the Bears’ ’85 Super Bowl era.
  8. 13. – Tim, White Sox shortstop known for energy, swagger, and unforgettable bat flips.
  9. 16. – Pregame tradition of grilling, music, and camaraderie in the parking lot before kickoff.
  10. 19. – Nickname for Chicago’s South Side ballclub known for black-and-white uniforms and gritty play.
  11. 23. – Bat-and-ball sport built on nine innings, timeless traditions, and summer afternoons.