These are former players Tim Breslin and Dan Snyder, both of whom are deceased, as well as former head coach John Anderson and former general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff.

The Dan Snyder Man of the Year Award is handed out to the Wolves' player who "demonstrates the most outstanding dedication to Chicago-area community service".

Upon bestowing the award to the Wolves, the AHL called them a "forerunner in unique promotion and game-night experience" as well as "one of the league's model organizations in terms of community relations.

^ c: The Norman R. "Bud" Poile Trophy was previously awarded to winner of the West Division (2002–03), and regular season Western Conference champions (2004–11).

Initially the game format had the defending champion playing against a collection of All-Stars from the teams in the league.

[29][30] During the contest Steve Maltais recorded a goal and an assist, the two-point performance made him the IHL's all-time leading scorer in All-Star competition with 12 points in 7 games.

[32] The output was fueled by the Wolves' high scoring top line of Darren Haydar, Jason Krog, and Brett Sterling.

The AHL All-Star Classic is an exhibition game held yearly by the league since it was reintroduced in the 1994–95 season.

His longevity and production led to him being the Wolves all-time leader in goals (454); assists (496); points (950); penalty minutes (1,061) and games played (839).

[49] The Wolves have also honored four individuals with permanent banners hanging in the Allstate Arena, two former players, a former head coach, and a former general manager.

While neither player recorded big statistical numbers, each was highly involved in the community and with charities during their time with the Wolves.

[55] In 2013 defenseman Chris Chelios was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame, becoming the first person affiliated with the organization to be so honored.

Chelios joined the Wolves during the 2009–10 season at the age of 47 in hopes of earning a contract with a National Hockey League (NHL) team.

The award annually is given to the "Wolves' player who demonstrates the most outstanding dedication to Chicago-area community service each year.

"[56] Snyder was critically injured after the Ferrari 360 Modena, being driven by his friend and teammate Dany Heatley, crashed.

"[57] Players are nominated by the Wolves hockey operations department, with an internet fan poll determining the winner.

[2][57] He played five seasons with the Wolves, scoring 37 goals, 119 points in 330 games and was a member of Chicago's 1998 Turner Cup championship team.