Chris Chelios (pronounced /ˈtʃɛli.oʊs/; born Christos Kostas Tselios on January 25, 1962) is a retired American professional ice hockey defenseman. He is currently the Executive Adviser to Ken Holland, the general manager of the Detroit Red Wings. On August 31, 2010, he announced his official retirement and will be taking a front office job for his former team, the Detroit Red Wings.