Mike Ilitch

Detroit Red Wings to Retire Segei Fedorov’s Number

Could Sergei Fedorov’s Jersey Retirement Signal a Return to the Red Wings Organization?

Andrew Walsh
August 22, 2025

The Detroit Red Wings announced today that Sergei Fedorov’s jersey retirement will take place on January 12th, 2026. Fedorov played for the Red Wings from 1990 to 2003. Fedorov was part of the famed Russian Five line that changed the sport of hockey by introducing Russian players to the NHL. In nearly 1,250 games played […]

Takeaways From Steve Yzerman’s Media Availability

Yzerplan Reaches Year Five: Expectations of a Detroit Red Wings Playoff Berth

Andrew Walsh
August 5, 2024

Mike Ilitch bought the Detroit Red Wings in 1982. “I can’t believe the team owners in town,” Ilitch said at the time. “I’d spend every penny to be the best. That’s what sports are all about. That’s what a team owner should be all about. It’s a matter of pride – if you don’t have […]