[embedded content] Detroit — The noise inside Joe Louis Arena. That’s the one memory that still resonates first and foremost when thinking back to that night, 25 years ago, on June 7, 1997, and the ear-splitting reaction to Steve Yzerman getting the Stanley Cup from commissioner Gary Bettman. Or, wait, the moment the game ended, and
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Gene Myers | Special to Detroit Free Press In the spring of 1997 — a quarter-century ago — the Detroit Red Wings embarked on their quest to end a 42-year Stanley Cup drought. The Free Press has commemorated that historic quest with a new book: “Stanleytown 25 Years Later: The Inside Story of How the Stanley
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The interview with the Detroit Red Wings was a highlight for Cutter Gauthier, a big, versatile forward who would be a terrific addition for the Wings at the No. 8 pick in the upcoming NHL draft. By the time prospects get to the combine, teams know what they can do on the
Gene Myers | Special to Detroit Free Press In the spring of 1997 — a quarter-century ago — the Detroit Red Wings embarked on their quest to end a 42-year Stanley Cup drought. The Free Press has commemorated that historic quest with a new book: “Stanleytown 25 Years Later: The Inside Story of How the Stanley
John Wawrow | Associated Press Buffalo, N.Y. – Shane Wright landed a steak dinner with the Montreal Canadiens at the NHL’s pre-draft combine this week. Juraj Slafkovsky brought the sizzle. Whatever attributes separate the two players considered to be the top-ranked prospects, a lack of self-confidence isn’t among them. “I’m competitive. I always want to be
In the spring of 1997 — a quarter-century ago — the Detroit Red Wings embarked on their quest to end a 42-year Stanley Cup drought. The Free Press has commemorated that historic quest with a new book: “Stanleytown 25 Years Later: The Inside Story of How the Stanley Cup Returned to the Motor City After
The Toledo Walleye, the Detroit Red Wings affiliate in the ECHL, dropped a 3-2 decision against the Florida Everblades in Game 1 of the Kelly Cup final at Huntington Center in Toledo on Friday. The Walleye had a 2-0 lead in the first period on goals by Randy Gazzola and John Albert but the Everblades
News staff and wire services | The Detroit News The Toledo Walleye, the Detroit Red Wings’ affiliate in the ECHL, dropped a 3-2 decision against the Florida Everblades in Game 1 of the Kelly Cup final at Huntington Center in Toledo on Friday. The Walleye had a 2-0 lead in the first period on goals by
Gene Myers | Special to Detroit Free Press In the spring of 1997 — a quarter-century ago — the Detroit Red Wings embarked on their quest to end a 42-year Stanley Cup drought. The Free Press has commemorated that historic quest with a new book: “Stanleytown 25 Years Later: The Inside Story of How the Stanley
The Detroit Red Wings were in miserable shape. It was spring 1982. The team was losing, the front office was in disarray, and ownership was grasping for direction. The Original Six franchise, once a Stanley Cup dynasty home to some of the biggest legends in the game, had declined into a laughingstock — referred to as
Gene Myers | Special to Detroit Free Press In the spring of 1997 — a quarter-century ago — the Detroit Red Wings embarked on their quest to end a 42-year Stanley Cup drought. The Free Press has commemorated that historic quest with a new book: “Stanleytown 25 Years Later: The Inside Story of How the Stanley
Steve Yzerman described it as a selfish wish, but its fruition is a good sign for the Detroit Red Wings rebuild. The guy the Wings hope is their goaltender of the future is poised to continue a stellar playoff run Friday when his Edmonton Oil Kings face the Seattle Thunderbirds in Game 1 of the Western
Gene Myers | Special to Detroit Free Press In the spring of 1997 — a quarter-century ago — the Detroit Red Wings embarked on their quest to end a 42-year Stanley Cup drought. The Free Press has commemorated that historic quest with a new book: “Stanleytown 25 Years Later: The Inside Story of How the Stanley
The Detroit Red Wings aren’t where they want to be — in the playoffs — but all four teams left in the playoffs have ties to the Wings. The Edmonton Oilers, Colorado Avalanche, New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning are left to battle for the Stanley Cup. The Oilers have a strong tie to