Premium Club Features Climate-Controlled Seats, VIP Parking, Private Entry and Restrooms, All-Inclusive Culinary and Beverage Experience

13,000-Square-Foot Space is Most Recent Ballpark Renovation

Priority Club at Comerica Park, a brand-new, 13,000-square-foot members-only space is now open. Situated beneath the stands, between the two clubhouses, the club provides a premium, all-inclusive experience for its members with direct access to premium climate-controlled seats for an immersive perspective closest to the action.

Since Opening Day, Priority Club members have enjoyed their state-of-the-art seats directly behind home plate, experiencing VIP parking, private entry and restrooms, all-inclusive world-class food and beverage, curated amenities and more. The opening of this club allows members to continue enjoying their VIP benefits from their brand-new premium space.

“Among several significant renovations at Comerica Park, we’re thrilled to celebrate the final milestone of officially opening the highly anticipated Priority Club,” said Ilitch Sports + Entertainment President and CEO Ryan Gustafson. “This expansive space pays homage to the iconic architecture of our great community and the championship legacy of the Tigers, while offering an unmatched premium guest experience.”

Unparalleled Design

Upon entering Priority Club, members descend upon the grand staircase, providing a first glimpse into the space through signature arches and industrial glass windows inspired by Detroit’s rich architectural past.

As members progress through the club, they are transported through Detroit’s storied culture and trailblazing history, from the Tigers’ origin in 1901, through the Motor City’s automotive boom of the 1950s, to the present day. Decorated with historic memorabilia, striking imagery and thoughtful décor, the space becomes brighter and more modern as members approach field level, reflecting the spirit of today’s Tigers.

The club’s main bar draws inspiration from the architectural arches found throughout Detroit, and brick and industrial glass windows evoke the city’s enduring grit and legacy of engineering excellence.

Utilizing the existing architecture of Comerica Park to position the space, Priority Club is divided into two distinct zones, with easily accessible food and beverage areas, flanked by smaller intimate areas for gathering and dining.

Artfully Curated Menus

Food service stations are positioned along the perimeter of the club ensuring smooth club member flow, while also enhancing club member circulation, thus allowing members to quickly return to their seats and enjoy the baseball action. With a new menu crafted for each game, no two experiences will be the same.  

Curated menus include local favorites and ballpark classics, along with beautifully composed dishes to provide a one-of-a-kind experience that celebrates Detroit’s culture and provides access to world-class cuisine while maintaining the classic ballpark feel.

Each season informs the daily menu, while every recipe uses premium ingredients and local inspiration with expert technique, creating an unmatched culinary experience where five-star dining meets the glory of game day.

Signature menu items include Coney Dogs “en croute” and Cudighi sandwiches, local charcuterie, brick-oven pizza, stunning sushi displays, elegant small plates of prime strip steak, lamb loin and seared wild sea bass, all paired with Detroit-themed craft cocktails and imported and domestic beer staples, capped off with sumptuous dessert options like chocolate lava cake, summer berry cobbler and more.  

Fans can also enjoy grab-and-go food and beverages, allowing them to quickly get back to the game.

Exclusive Merchandise

Priority Club also offers premium merchandise, featuring lifestyle brands, comfort essentials, jerseys and hats, all adorned with the club’s signature ‘Batting Tiger’ logo. Lifestyle brands include Greyson Clothiers, Shinola Detroit, Seamus Golf, 47 Headwear and Simple Modern, all available for purchase through quick-touch tablets for expedited shopping. A dedicated retail expert will be on-site, offering assistance and a personalized shopping experience for members.

Celebrating Local Difference Makers

As the official name rights holder to the Priority Club at Comerica Park, Michigan-based leader in environmental solutions Priority is using this platform to celebrate community members, educators, and local leaders making a meaningful impact through recycling and environmental initiatives. Priority will provide Tigers tickets to select individuals whose work is helping to advance sustainability across Southeast Michigan. Educators across the region are already being recognized for their leadership in school-based sustainability programs, setting an example for students and helping inspire the next generation of environmental stewards.

“We’re proud to serve and support the communities that share our commitment to a more sustainable future,” said Victoria Czapski, Environmental Specialist at Priority. “This initiative is about recognizing the people who are making real progress - educators, residents, and local leaders - and encouraging even more action by showing that their efforts matter and don’t go unnoticed.”

During the 25th anniversary celebration of Comerica Park, Priority Club is the latest shining example of the Tigers’ investment and commitment to improving the fan experience, as the organization strives to create a curated gameday atmosphere for guest of all ages, backgrounds and levels of fandom. Limited 2025 Priority Club memberships are still being accepted, and fans can place deposits for the full 2026 MLB season at Tigers.com/PriorityClub.

Fan and Player Experience Enhancements

In recent years, there has been significant investment across the Detroit Tigers organization with the goal of elevating both the fan and player experience. With the addition of the Priority Club, the investment since January 2023 has totaled over $160 million into these enhancement projects, including:

• 2025: Construction of Priority Club, with several new premium seating areas available on Opening Day and the club itself hosting fans beginning on July 24

• 2025: Baseball operations facility upgrades in Lakeland, including covered half-field and bullpens, and new indoor batting cages

• 2022-25: Renovation of the home and visiting clubhouses at Comerica Park, completed in stages across a nearly three-year span

• 2024: Purchase and renovation of a new team plane, first used by the Tigers when leaving spring training that year

• 2024: Upgrade of the Comerica Park scoreboard to better quality and larger size, ranking as the 2nd-largest in MLB

• 2024: Installation of state-of-the art LED field lighting

• 2023-24: New stadium sound system, completed in stages over a two-year span

• 2023: Outfield dimension changes at Comerica Park

• Ongoing: Construction of new player development facility in Lakeland

• Ongoing: Construction of new player academy in the Dominican Republic

Five $5,000 gifts celebrate Comerica Park 25th Anniversary Marquee Weekend presented by Comerica Bank

In celebration of Comerica Park’s 25th anniversary, the Detroit Tigers Foundation surprised five local nonprofit organizations with $5,000 grants each, totaling $25,000 in donations.

The grants were presented on Saturday, July 12 during The District Detroit Opportunity Center’s Summer Community Engagement Days at The Ballpark. The surprise moment underscored the Foundation’s long-standing commitment to Detroit’s neighborhoods and next-generation leaders.

Representatives from five Detroit-based nonprofits gathered at the Opportunity Center prior to the Tigers taking on the Seattle Mariners. There each organization was told it would be receiving a $5,000 grant in recognition of their impact and 25 years of service. Following the reveal, the group was escorted to Comerica Park for lunch and to enjoy the game, part of Comerica Park’s 25th Anniversary Celebration weekend.

In July, the Ilitch Companies Foundation partnered with Michigan Humane for a volunteer project to deliver pet food to those who are not physically able to leave their homes or lack transportation resources. Volunteers loaded up pet food from the Caplan Family Pet Food Pantry and delivered it to community members.

"My favorite part about this is just knowing that people aren't going to be waiting for their pet food. The fact that we have people that are willing to give us their time, which is probably the most valuable thing they have, so that we can help others is an amazing thing,” said Mark Ramos, Community Resource Manager at Michigan Humane. “Having this many volunteers from the Ilitch Companies Foundation come down here and help us out is huge. Today, we're probably pushing out two months worth of home deliveries in one day."

As a part of a commitment to community impact, the Ilitch Companies Foundation has developed a lasting relationship with Michigan Humane, regularly engaging through hands-on efforts and sustained investment in their mission.

Each year, Michigan Humane presents the Ilitch Companies Foundation Corporate Volunteer Award to recognize an organization or company that exemplifies outstanding volunteer support. The award is named in honor of the Ilitch Companies Foundation’s long-standing dedication to Michigan Humane’s work.

As the Ilitch Companies continue to grow in scale and global reach, the organization is enhancing its enterprise risk management strategy to support long-term success and operational excellence across its family of companies. Reflecting that evolution, Tenda—one of the Ilitch Companies’ family of businesses—announced today that Cheryl Baker has been named Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management.

Founded in 2020, Tenda was established to deliver high-quality, cost-effective insurance solutions for the Ilitch Companies and their stakeholders. Since then, it has grown into a trusted provider of health, property and casualty, executive life, and other customized risk management programs.

With more than 25 years of experience in the insurance and risk management industry, Cheryl brings deep expertise and strategic leadership in enterprise risk management, corporate claims and captive insurance solutions.

Cheryl is also a well-regarded leader in the broader risk management community. She serves on the board of the Captive Insurance Companies Association (CICA), chairs its Amplify Women Committee, and acts as Secretary of the Detroit Chapter of the Risk and Insurance Management Society. Her accomplishments have earned her several industry honors, including being named Risk Manager of the Year by Captive Review in 2022, recognized as a Top 20 Best and Brightest Captive Owner by Captive Review from 2022 through 2025, and selected as one of Captive International’s Influential Women in Captive Insurance in 2024.

Her appointment comes at a meaningful time for Tenda, as the company continues to gain national recognition for its leadership in captive insurance. Most recently, Tenda was honored with the 2025 Outstanding Captive Award by CICA, reflecting Tenda’s commitment to innovation and customized risk solutions.

In this new role, Cheryl will lead enterprise risk and captive insurance operations, with the Risk Management team now reporting directly to her. Her appointment reflects a commitment to a more connected and strategic approach to risk, one that improves coordination, strengthens oversight, and aligns risk strategy across the Ilitch Companies.

“Cheryl’s experience, integrity, and deep understanding of complex risk environments make her exceptionally well-suited to take on this important role,” said Chris Ilitch, CEO, Ilitch Companies. “Her leadership will help us sharpen our enterprise risk approach while continuing to support the strategic growth of Tenda and the broader Ilitch Companies.”

Cheryl most recently served as Head of North American Risk Management at Stellantis, where she led risk financing and captive strategies for the global automotive group. Prior to that, she spent over a decade at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, managing professional liability, cyber risks, corporate claims and captive insurance operations. She also held several leadership roles during her 13-year tenure at Marsh, including Assistant Vice President in Detroit.

“As risk exposures become more interconnected and dynamic across the Ilitch Companies, I’m excited to help advance a more integrated, enterprise-wide risk strategy,” Cheryl said. “It’s a privilege to join this team and continue building on the strong foundation that’s already in place.”

Cheryl holds an MBA from Louisiana State University–Shreveport and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan–Dearborn. She also holds several top industry designations, including Associate in Risk Management, Certified Insurance Counselor, Certified Risk Manager and Associate in Captive Insurance.

She resides in Michigan with her husband, Eric, and their three children.

Forward Was Selected 13th Overall by Detroit at 2025 NHL Entry Draft

The Detroit Red Wings today signed forward Carter Bear to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Bear, 18, was selected by the Red Wings in the first round (13th overall) of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, held at L.A. Live’s Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on June 27-28. The 6-foot, 179-pound forward also participated at Detroit's Development Camp from June 30-July 3 at the BELFOR Training Center inside Little Caesars Arena. Bear played the 2024-25 season with the Western Hockey League’s Everett Silvertips and ranked among the team leaders with 40 goals (1st), 42 assists (4th), 82 points (1st), a plus-33 rating (7th), 77 penalty minutes (2nd), 14 power play goals (1st), 27 power play points (T1st), two shorthanded goals (T2nd), nine game-winning goals (1st) and 185 shots (4th) in 56 games. He also earned a place on the WHL’s Western Conference Second All-Star Team. Bear spent the entire 2023-24 campaign with the Silvertips, recording 57 points (25-32-57), a plus-23 rating and 26 penalty minutes in 67 regular-season games, in addition to four assists in nine postseason contests. In total, Bear has compiled 141 points (66-75-141), a plus-53 rating and 103 penalty minutes in 142 WHL games with the Silvertips since 2022-23.

A native of Winnipeg, Man., Bear played the majority of the 2022-23 season with the Winnipeg Thrashers in the Manitoba U18 Hockey League, capturing Most Valuable Player honors and a spot on the league’s First All-Star Team after recording 59 points (32-27-59) and 24 penalty minutes in 31 regular-season games, along with two points (1-1-2) in three postseason matchups. Bear also spent the 2021-22 season with the Thrashers’ under-18 squad, notching 42 points (25-17-42) and 34 penalty minutes in 39 regular-season games, in addition to two points (1-1-2) in three playoff games. Bear skated with Team Manitoba at the 2021-22 WHL Cup, finishing with one assist in five appearances.

Home Opener for Detroit’s Centennial Season will feature Original Six matchup with Montreal Canadiens at Little Caesars Arena on Thursday, October 9

The Detroit Red Wings today released their schedule for the 2025-26 regular season and the team’s 100th overall in the National Hockey League. The Red Wings will open their Centennial season on home ice at Little Caesars Arena with an Original Six matchup against the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 7 p.m.

Ticket on-sale information for the preseason and regular season, including special theme nights and promotional giveaways, will be announced at a later date. Fans can sign up for the priority presale list today for the opportunity to purchase tickets before the general public by visiting the 2025-26 Priority Presale page.

Fans can also choose from two available 10-game plans, presented by Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, including the New Year’s Eve game plan and the Thanksgiving Eve game plan. Visit DetroitRedWings.com/10gameplans for more information.

This season’s 82-game slate features 26 games against Atlantic Division rivals, 24 games against the remaining Eastern Conference’s Metropolitan Division and two games against all 16 Western Conference foes.

Of the 41 NHL games to be played at Little Caesars Arena, 20 are scheduled for weekends including five Fridays, nine Saturdays and six Sundays. The Red Wings will spend the most time on home ice during the month of November, when they host nine of 14 games scheduled for that month.

The Red Wings will open the 2025-26 season with five consecutive Atlantic Division matchups, starting on Thursday, Oct. 9 against the Montreal Canadiens at 7 p.m. before hosting the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. Detroit’s first road game of the season will be the following Monday, Oct. 13, when facing the Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena at 4 p.m., before returning to Little Caesars Arena for matchups against the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers (Wednesday, Oct. 15) and Tampa Bay Lightning (Friday, Oct. 17).

On Tuesday, Oct. 28, the team will begin a five-game road trip out West starting with the St. Louis Blues and ending with the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, Nov. 4. Upon returning to Detroit, the Red Wings will play four of their nine home games during November, facing off against the New York Rangers on Friday, Nov. 7, Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday, Nov. 9, Anaheim Ducks on Thursday, Nov. 13, and Buffalo Sabres on Saturday, Nov. 15. Detroit will play games both the day before and after Thanksgiving, hosting the Nashville Predators on Wednesday, Nov. 26 and Tampa Bay on Friday, Nov. 28.

December will feature the longest road trip of the season for Detroit, beginning with a stop in Columbus on Thursday, Dec. 4 before the team heads to Seattle on Saturday, Dec. 6 to begin its Western leg of the trip. The Red Wings will end the six-game road trip the following Saturday, Dec. 13 with a stop in Chicago before returning home to Detroit. Little Caesars Arena will once again be home to a New Year’s Eve game at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31, when the Winnipeg Jets make their sole trip to Detroit this season.

January will begin with a pair of games against the Pittsburgh Penguins, starting first at PPG Paints Arena on Thursday, Jan. 1 before the Red Wings host the Penguins at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, Jan. 3 for a 12 p.m. matinee. Later in the month, Detroit will play in its 11th back-to-back set, facing Toronto at Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 21 before heading to Minnesota for a matchup with the Wild on Thursday, Jan. 22.

The four-game slate for February will be entirely on the road, starting with a two-game trip against the Colorado Avalanche (Monday, Feb. 2) and Utah Mammoth (Wednesday, Feb. 4). The NHL will then break for the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milan and Cortina, scheduled from Feb. 11 to Feb. 22. Upon returning to NHL action, the Red Wings will hit the road beginning Thursday, Feb. 26 for a three-game stretch ending in Nashville on Monday, March 2.

Eastern Conference matchups will dominate the March schedule for Detroit, highlighted by seven games scheduled against Atlantic Division opponents including the Florida Panthers (March 6 at Little Caesars Arena and March 10 at Amerant Bank Arena), Tampa Bay Lightning (March 12 at Amalie Arena), Montreal Canadiens (March 19 at Little Caesars Arena), Boston Bruins (March 21 at Little Caesars Arena), Ottawa Senators (March 24 at Little Caesars Arena) and Buffalo Sabres (March 27 at KeyBank Center).

The final home game of the season will take place on Saturday, April 11 when the Red Wings host the New Jersey Devils at 5 p.m. for Fan Appreciation Night. Detroit will then end the 2025-26 regular season campaign with a pair of Atlantic Division games on the road, starting first with the Lightning on Monday, April 13. Detroit’s regular season finale will take place at Amerant Bank Arena on Wednesday, April 15, against the Panthers at 7:00 p.m.

2022 First-Round Pick Was Tied for Fourth Among NHL Rookies with 19 Goals in 2024-25

Detroit Red Wings forward Marco Kasper has been named the 2024-25 Red Wings Rookie of the Year by the Detroit Sports Media (DSM).

Kasper, 21, skated in 77 games with the Red Wings during the 2024-25 season and ranked among the NHL’s rookie leaders with 19 goals (T4th), 18 assists (8th), 37 points (7th), 34 penalty minutes (T10th), three game-winning goals (T5th), one overtime goal (T3rd) and 145 shots (5th). The 6-foot-1, 197-pound forward recorded the most points by a Red Wings rookie in a single season since Lucas Raymond (23-34-57 in 82 GP) and Moritz Seider (7-43-50 in 82 GP) both reached the 50-point mark in 2021-22. Kasper picked up his first career NHL point with an assist in his season debut on Oct. 19 at Nashville and scored his first career NHL goal on Nov. 15 at Anaheim. He also netted his first career overtime goal on April 11 at Tampa Bay. Kasper (21 years, 3 days) became the fourth-youngest player in Red Wings history at the time of his first career overtime goal, behind Steve Yzerman on Oct. 26, 1983 (18 years, 170 days), Raymond on Nov. 27, 2021 (19 years, 244 days) and Seider on Nov. 6, 2021 (20 years, 214 days).

Originally selected by the Red Wings in the first round (8th overall) of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, Kasper logged two points (1-1-2) and seven penalty minutes in two appearances with the American Hockey League’s Grand Rapids Griffins to begin the 2024-25 campaign. The Innsbruck, Austria, native spent the entire 2023-24 season with the Griffins, recording 35 points (14-21-35), a plus-nine rating and 30 penalty minutes in 71 regular-season games, in addition to seven points (4-3-7) and 14 penalty minutes in nine Calder Cup Playoff matchups. Kasper made his NHL debut as an 18-year-old on April 2, 2023 at Toronto, recording one shot and three hits in 14:59 of ice time.

The DSM Red Wings Rookie of the Year Award dates back to the 1948-49 NHL season. Previous recipients of the award include Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin and four Calder Memorial Trophy winners: Seider, Roger Crozier, Glenn Hall and Terry Sawchuk.

The Detroit Tigers have the longest running Negro Leagues celebration in the MLB and this year, the team made that celebration bigger, better and more inclusive.

Black in Baseball Weekend (June 13-15) was a recognition of the past, present and future; a celebration of the city, the culture and the contributions of Black baseball players on Tigers history and the history of the game of baseball, as a whole.

“Black in Baseball Weekend was a true celebration of culture, history, and community — and Detroit showed up in every way,” said Asia Gholston, Vice President of Brand Marketing at Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. “Seeing fans connect with the history of the Negro Leagues at the Q&A, cheering during Ludacris’ post‑game concert, and celebrating with our local youth athletes on Sunday was incredibly moving. This weekend reminded us that honoring the past and investing in the future can happen in the same space — and that’s what makes this event so powerful.”

By intertwining baseball, community impact efforts and Detroit’s history, the Tigers hosted over 119,000 fans throughout the ballpark and countless more in the community to celebrate Black excellence in baseball and beyond.

Thursday, June 12

The Tigers’ Black Diamond Dinner brought together former Negro Leagues players, community leaders and Tigers legends to celebrate the History of the Detroit Stars, Detroit Tigers and the game of baseball. The event included recognizing Rajai Davis as the 2025 recipient of the Willie Horton African American Legacy Award.

“With Willie, our connection started the moment I came over to Detroit and met him; he was very supportive of my style of play,” said Rajai Davis at the dinner. “It’s an honor to receive any award, but to be able to receive an award from a man who hit over 300 home runs in the major leagues, it’s not taken lightly. He was really, really good at what he did and to receive that honor, that award, from a guy who had some really great accomplishments on the field, it’s an honor for me.”

Friday, June 13

Friday kicked off the series between the Tigers and the Cincinnati Reds on the diamond, but so much more throughout the ballpark and beyond.

Members of the Tigers organization, Black Sports Professionals and college students mixed and mingled at the Black in Baseball Career Mixer on Friday afternoon in a suite at the ballpark.

“To be here to celebrate Black in Baseball is right on par with what our organization is about, said Jessica Gray, President of Black Sports Professional’s Detroit chapter. “It’s about cultivating communities, celebrating Black and Brown sports professionals and championing us as well. Being able to network with other professionals and help connect and network with college students, it’s so important because you can’t be what you can’t see.”

Phoenix Hollier is a senior at Detroit Mercy, studying business administration and is a member of Alpha Fi Alpha Fraternity Inc. He attended the mixer, participated in the step show and then, enjoyed the game.

“In everybody’s lifetime, there’s some type of experience where you realize it’s so much bigger than yourself,” said Hollier. “Being in this environment and being around so much greatness, I’m kind of in awe.”

Danard Lenoir is the manager of video production for Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. While a lot of the behind-the-scenes aspects of Black in Baseball he was involved in, (like helping film and edit conversations with Willie Horton), he still said he was inspired by others at the mixer and attending it was a highlight.

“I think the collective community effort to bring these people together, not just within our organization but to reach out to the community and bring ALL of these people together is extremely impactful, even to an employee within this organization,” said Lenoir. “We’ve been presented with a platform and an opportunity to talk to people that look like us, do what we do on a high level and create new initiatives outside of our day-to-day work.”

Attendees of the mixer then joined the rest of the crowd outside Comerica Park for a block party, which included a Black-owned business market, food trucks, retail popups and a step show from the Wayne State University National Pan-Hellenic Council.

Friday’s pregame ceremony continued the celebrations. Starting with the Passing of the Bat ceremony – an annual tradition during the Tiger’s Negro Leagues celebration – where a bat is passed from former Negro Leagues players, to some of the first Black Tigers players, to current Black players and staff for the Tigers and eventually to the year’s recipient; Kole Waterman was the 2025 honoree.

“I was one of the first baseball players to play on the Hamtramck field when they rebuilt it,” said Waterman. “So having that honor and then coming back to get this award it means a lot to me. I've had four or five my own teammates get this award too. It's kind of cool, following in their footsteps, people I’ve looked up to in the past… like a brotherhood. This honor and this award, it means the world to me.”

The ceremonial first pitch came from the granddaughter of Negro League Hall of Famer, Norman “Turkey” Stearnes, Katera Stearnes. Stearnes daughters, Joyce Stearnes Thompson and Rosilyn Stearnes-Brown then sang the national anthem. Detroit native and multiplatinum rapper, Tee Grizzley, threw out the honorary first pitch and the game was then underway.

Friday’s rain was no deterrent, it seemed, with a ballpark full of orange ponchos and Olde English D hats. That energy from the fans helped the Tigers pull out an 11-5 victory over the Reds before Comerica Park transformed into a concert venue to host three-time Grammy Award winner, Ludacris.

A setlist that included Roll Out, Move, All I Do Is Win, What’s Your Fantasy, Get Back and even Justin Bieber’s Baby had Comerica Park rocking long after the final out of the ballgame.

Saturday, June 14

Saturday morning saw over 130 kids attend a free baseball skills clinic at the Detroit Riverfront for the Tigers’ Play Ball Weekend Clinic. Play Ball Weekend is an annual MLB initiative, helping bring baseball and softball to children throughout the country.

"I had two children in the event today, and they absolutely LOVED it,” said Joe Doute on the Tigers’ Play Ball Clinic. “Thanks to the whole Tigers team for everything!”

Back at Comerica Park, the first 15,000 fans who entered the ballpark received a Detroit Stars jersey, designed by Detroit native and founder of Joyshed, Randall Yarborough.

“This jersey is a tribute to the Detroit Stars and the legacy of Negro League baseball—a legacy built by Black communities who turned passion into opportunity and carved a path for those who would one day play on the biggest stage,” said Yarborough. “Every element carries their spirit. The hand-drawn type across the chest, the red star bursting into a blue faded base—each detail honors the players, the neighborhoods and the pride that made this game bigger than the field. This is more than a jersey. It’s a symbol of where we’ve been and what we carry forward.”

Turkey Stearnes’ daughters picked up the mics again for a rendition of Lift Every Voice and Sing, to kick off a pregame ceremony recognizing seven former Negro Leagues players: Johnny Walker, Minnie Forbes, Ron Teasley, Charles Willis, Clinton Forge, Pedro Sierra and Sam Allen. Sierra then threw out the ceremonial first pitch before the Tigers hosted the Reds for game two of the series at their 29th annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game.

Sunday, June 15

The final day of Black in Baseball Weekend kept the theme of any usual Chevy Sunday Kids Day, and focused on the future generations.

Kaleb Johnson and Kyle Terry, the two MVPs from the participating high schools that competed in the Black Baseball Motor City Classic over Memorial Day Weekend, teamed up together to throw and catch the ceremonial first pitch.

“Throwing the first pitch at the Tigers game on Sunday was a moment I’ll never forget,” said Johnson, a senior at Detroit Edison Public School Academy High School. “Being named MVP of the Black Baseball Motor City Classic made it even better. It wasn’t just about the pitch it was about history, and showing that with hard work and heart, you can reach your goals. I hope it helps the next generation dream big and go after what they love.”

Following the first pitch, The Detroit Youth Choir performed the National Anthem and to celebrate Father’s Day, children of uniformed personnel stood with them during the National Anthem.

Community Impact

Throughout the weekend the Tigers donated over 1,300 tickets to children and community organizations including local softball and baseball athletes, Play Ball Detroit and Play Ball Weekend participants, Black Baseball Motor City Classic participants, students and more.

Tickets are on sale now for two marquee events celebrating the Detroit Red Wings Centennial. Fans can experience the Hockeytown Centennial FanFest, a four-day immersive tribute to 100 years of Red Wings hockey, taking place November 6-9, 2025, at MotorCity Casino Hotel. In addition, 100 Years of Hockeytown: A Night at the Fox Theatre, a one-night-only unique multimedia celebration, will be held on Saturday, November 8 at Detroit’s iconic Fox Theatre, bringing Red Wings history to life through music, video and live storytelling. Additional details including confirmed alumni and ticket package information are available at DetroitRedWings.com/100.

Hockeytown Centennial FanFest

This is an immersive, multi-day event celebrating the legacy of one of hockey’s most iconic franchises. The event will bring together Red Wings alumni and fans from all generations and will feature:

• Alumni meet-and-greets and autograph sessions

• Exhibits showcasing rare and historic team artifacts

• Interactive, family-friendly activations

• Exclusive Red Wings Centennial merchandise

• Special programming honoring 100 years of Red Wings history
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100 Years of Hockeytown: A Night at the Fox Theatre

As part of FanFest weekend, 100 Years of Hockeytown: A Night at the Fox Theatre will offer a one-night-only multimedia experience, blending music, archival footage and live storytelling by Red Wings legends to bring a century of Hockeytown history to life.

This production offers a rare, behind-the-scenes journey into the soul of Hockeytown - told by the icons who lived it. Spanning generations, the show moves through the eras - from the Original Six to the Grind Line to the modern-day heroes - transporting the audience through time.

Red Wings legends, beloved alumni and key figures throughout the franchise’s storied past will take the stage to share never-before-heard stories, personal reflections and defining moments that shaped Detroit’s hockey legacy.

Backed by an evocative soundtrack that captures the spirit of each decade from a live band, immersive video projections, dramatic lighting and deep storytelling, each chapter unfolds like a live documentary - raw, emotional and deeply human. From the dressing room to the ice, fans will experience the grit, glory, heartbreak and triumph that made Hockeytown what it is today.

Ticket Options

A range of ticket packages for FanFest are available to suit every level of fan engagement:

Four-Day VIP Experience

Celebrate 100 years of Hockeytown with the ultimate VIP package. This four-day all-access pass includes daily entry to the Hockeytown Centennial FanFest, exclusive alumni meet-and-greets, autograph access and unlimited food and beverage in a private VIP lounge. Enjoy premium perks like VIP parking, a dedicated entrance, commemorative credential, plus a special keepsake gift—making it a must-have for every die-hard Red Wings fan.

Single-Day VIP Experience

Enjoy access to the Hockeytown Centennial FanFest, exclusive alumni meet-and-greets, autograph access and unlimited food and beverage in a private VIP lounge, with VIP parking, a dedicated entrance and a commemorative credential, plus a special keepsake gift.

Four-Day General Admission Pass

Experience all four days of the Hockeytown Centennial FanFest. Enjoy daily access to exhibits, activations, an autograph session and special programming, plus complimentary parking each day. It’s your ticket to celebrate 100 years of Red Wings history.

Single-Day General Admission Ticket

Join the celebration with a one-day general admission pass to the Hockeytown Centennial FanFest. Explore exhibits, activations, an autograph session and special programming—all with the convenience of complimentary parking.

Upgrade Option: The Signature Collection

This limited-edition package includes a framed Centennial jersey signed by every Red Wings alumnus in attendance. Each jersey will be delivered after the event. Quantities are limited.

Tickets for the Hockeytown Centennial FanFest and 100 Years of Hockeytown: A Night at the Fox Theatre are now available at DetroitRedWings.com/100

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