Data-backed grades on every Chicago ownership group. Spending, Results, Fan Sentiment, and Payroll Efficiency. Grades are reviewed and updated monthly.
| Team | Spend | Results | Sentiment | Payroll Efficiency | Overall ↓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bears NFL | 6.5 | 9.7 | 5.0 | 2.5 | 5.9 |
| Cubs MLB | 7.2 | 5.4 | 5.0 | 3.0 | 5.2 |
| Bulls NBA | 5.2 | 1.9 | 4.5 | 2.0 | 3.4 |
| Blackhawks NHL | 0.7 | 1.9 | 5.5 | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| White Sox MLB | 2.4 | 5.6 | 2.0 | 0.5 | 2.6 |
Historically bad 2024 season. Rock-bottom payroll in a major market. Fan trust near zero. Reinsdorf's dual ownership criticized as conflict of interest.
Full rebuild after dynasty window closed. Bedard gives hope but supporting cast still thin. Wirtz family goodwill from 2010s fading.
Reinsdorf era defined by post-Jordan mediocrity. Finally committing to a rebuild after years of treadmill rosters. Fans skeptical after decades of half-measures.
2016 championship bought long leash but fans growing impatient. Bregman signing shows willingness to spend but results haven't followed.
New stadium saga dominates fan frustration. Poles rebuilding through the draft but patience wearing thin after another losing season.