In this case the apple did fall away from the tree. Rocky's support to youth and high school hockey is truly legendary also. And bringing back the old guys as ambassadors bridged the gap of old and new fans. It's no wonder he got the Executive of the Year Award.
Most professional hockey players never lose that small town set of values. The Blackhawks have a great bunch of kids playing for them. Jonathan Towes was just announced As Captain on the All-Star Team.
Another guy who is out of the lime light is Kerry Wood. His charity work is also top drawer.