Detroit Red Wings

Since 1946 I have followed the Detroit Red Wings Hockey Team. All those years there was a good reason to do so because they had a standard of performance matched only by the Montreal Canadians and sometime Toronto Maple Leafs. Their team was one which depended on the loyalty of it's fans and players. Many of the team played the majority of their career with the Wings only. This brought a measure of security and trust which resulted in success ofter success.

Some of the greatest players who ever laced up skates came from this organization. Gordie Howe probably is among that elite group who are called Mr. Hockey in their respective organization. Tonight they have a opportunity to do what only a few other teams have done; come back from a three game deficit to win in seven with four straight wins. Regardless of the outcome they have captured the imagination of the hockey fans everywhere and tonight they will end the game with a certain respect given to those who stand a little above the crowd. They are the Red Wings you know.