With support from Meijer, the Detroit Tigers Foundation again partnered with The Children’s Center to host the seventh annual Back-to-School Backpack Bazaar on Aug. 12, which donated 2,000 backpacks and school supplies to local youth in need.  

Before the Aug. 12 event, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment colleagues joined representatives from Meijer and The Children’s Center on June 20, June 27 and July 18 to stuff backpacks to be donated to clients, families and communities served by The Children’s Center before the 2025-26 school year.

Backpacks filled with age-appropriate school supplies and a custom, co-branded Tigers x Meijer backpack tag were donated to 750 elementary-school students, 750 middle-school students and 500 high-school students. Students who received backpacks will also be invited to a Tigers game later this season.

The Children’s Center, which was founded in Detroit in 1929, provides behavioral health services, child welfare services and community engagement and advocacy. The organization’s mission is to help children and families shape their own futures.

Desiree Jennings, President and CEO of The Children’s Center, said one in four families are ill-prepared from a funding perspective for their children to go back to school, so the collaboration between the Detroit Tigers Foundation, Meijer and The Children’s Center provides much-needed assistance for thousands of families in the community before each school year.

“The Backpack Bazaar helps parents not have to think financially about getting their kids ready to back to school,” Jennings said about the annual event which began in 2018 with 500 backpack donations. “This event really helps equip them to be ready for school. One less thing for moms and dads and caregivers to worry about. The Tigers Foundation and Meijer taking that load off and helping kids to be ready is a great thing.”

While this is the seventh year of the Backpack Bazaar, it’s the second year that Meijer has been part of this exciting event, donating all the materials being placed in the backpacks as well as the backpacks, themselves.

Coty LaVere, Manager of Community Partnerships and Giving for Meijer, said Meijer appreciates its longstanding partnership with the Tigers, which allows both organizations to make an even bigger impact in the metro Detroit community.

“We’re super excited to be here with The Children’s Center and the Detroit Tigers, distributing backpacks to kids in need across the community,” LaVere said. “As a family company, it’s important for Meijer to support community and be part of events like this. It’s important to partner with organizations like The Children’s Center and the Detroit Tigers, and that’s why we continue to be great partners and have longevity in partnership with the Tigers, because of great events like this one here today.”

Carly Chulock, girlfriend of Tigers pitcher Sawyer Gipson-Long, volunteered at the event on Aug. 12 and said she enjoys helping the Detroit Tigers Foundation provide assistance to those in need.

“The joy of volunteering supersedes anything you can do in life,” Chulock said. “Every time I go, I get to see the joy in people’s faces, I get to provide resources for people who really need them and I see how important and valuable that is. Some people just don’t have access to simple things like backpacks and goods for school."

“We want these kids to be successful and feel confident and walk in with their new backpack and be comfortable among their peers and have a good school year. Seeing these kids receive these backpacks, be happy and see the joy from their family members in incomparable, so it’s a great mission and a great effort.”

To learn more about The Children’s Center, visit TheChildrensCenter.com.

To learn more about Meijer’s philanthropic efforts, visit MeijerCommunity.com.

Sergei Fedorov played 13 seasons with the Red Wings, winning three Stanley Cup championships, earning two Frank J. Selke Trophies and claiming the Hart Memorial Trophy and Ted Lindsay Award in 1993-94

Fedorov was named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in conjunction with the league’s Centennial celebration in 2017

Fedorov was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2015 and the IIHF Hall of Fame in 2016

Detroit Red Wings Governor and Chief Executive Officer Chris Ilitch today announced the organization will officially retire Sergei Fedorov’s No. 91 in a special pre-game ceremony on January 12, 2026, when the Red Wings host the Carolina Hurricanes at Little Caesars Arena.

"We are honored to celebrate Sergei Fedorov and raise his #91 to its rightful place hanging in the rafters at Little Caesars Arena, among the all-time greats who have worn the Winged Wheel,” said Ilitch. “His exceptional skill, relentless drive, and lasting impact playing a pivotal role bringing three Stanley Cup championships to Detroit make him the perfect embodiment of the qualities deserving of our franchise’s most prestigious honor. My parents, Mike and Marian Ilitch had a special reverence for Sergei as one of the most dynamic and charismatic players of his era, and someone who made a tremendous impact on our organization. All of us at the Red Wings look forward to hosting Sergei and his family in January to pay tribute to his remarkable career."

“I’m extremely grateful for this tremendous honor,” said Fedorov. “Thank you to everyone with the Red Wings organization, especially those who helped bring me to Detroit and gave me the chance to play for such a historic franchise. I was fortunate to be part of some unforgettable teams, and above all, I’m proud of the three Stanley Cup championships we won for our amazing fans in Hockeytown. The memories made along the way - with legendary teammates, coaches, and exceptional ownership - will stay with me forever. Lastly, I want to thank Chris Ilitch for the call yesterday to share the news about retiring my number. It’s a moment I’ll always cherish. I can’t wait to see everyone in January.”

Fedorov spent 13 seasons with the Red Wings from 1990-2003 and ranks among the franchise’s all-time leaders with 908 games played (T11th), 400 goals (4th), 554 assists (7th), 954 points (6th), a plus-276 rating (2nd), 117 power play goals (5th), 309 power play points (7th), 31 shorthanded goals (2nd), 12 overtime goals (1st), 79 game-winning goals (3rd) and 3,148 shots (5th). Fedorov reached the 30-goal mark nine times in a Red Wings uniform, including six of his first seven seasons. He is also one of two players in franchise history to register multiple 100-point seasons, joining Steve Yzerman who had six consecutive 100-point campaigns from 1987-88 to 1992-93.

Fedorov ultimately played in 18 NHL seasons, compiling 1,179 points (483-696-1,179), a plus-261 rating and 839 penalty minutes in 1,248 regular-season games between the Red Wings, Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, Columbus Blue Jackets and Washington Capitals. Fedorov is currently third all-time in goals, assists and points among Russian-born skaters behind Alex Ovechkin (897-726-1,623 in 1,491 GP) and Evgeni Malkin (514-832-1,346 in 1,213 GP).

Fedorov helped the Red Wings clinch 13 consecutive Stanley Cup Playoff berths and ranks among Detroit’s top postseason performers with 162 games played (7th), 50 goals (5th), 113 assists (3rd), 163 points (3rd), a plus-38 rating (3rd), 15 power play goals (T6th), 64 power play points (3rd), five shorthanded goals (T1st), one overtime goal (T9th), 11 game-winning goals (T4th) and 561 shots (3rd). He was an instrumental piece of the Red Wings’ dynasty of the late 1990s and early 2000s that featured several future Hockey Hall of Famers including Igor Larionov, Nicklas Lidström, Brendan Shanahan and Steve Yzerman, winning Stanley Cup championships in 1997, 1998 and 2002.

The Red Wings selected Fedorov in the fourth round (74th overall) of the 1989 NHL Entry Draft, making him the highest-drafted player from the Soviet Union at the time. Fedorov impressed Red Wings management while representing the Soviet Union at several international tournaments. He competed in three consecutive IIHF World Junior Championships from 1987-89, capturing a silver medal in 1988 and a gold medal in 1989. Additionally, Fedorov earned gold medals at back-to-back IIHF World Championships in 1989 and 1990. Fedorov would defect to the United States following an exhibition game in Portland, Ore., between the Soviet Union and Team USA, arriving in Detroit on July 23, 1990, and signing a five-year contract with the Red Wings.

Fedorov made an immediate impact with the Red Wings, where he was issued No. 91 because it was the inverse of Steve Yzerman’s No. 19. Fedorov debuted with the Red Wings in 1990-91, garnering NHL All-Rookie Team honors and finishing runner-up in voting for the Calder Memorial Trophy after pacing all rookies in goals (31), assists (48) and points (79) in 77 regular-season games. His 79 points are the second-most by a rookie in franchise history, behind Yzerman’s total of 87 points (39-48-87 in 80 GP) in 1983-84.

Fedorov posted his best statistical season in 1993-94, earning a spot on the NHL First All-Star Team after leading all Red Wings skaters in goals (56), assists (64), points (120), plus/minus (+48), shorthanded goals (4) and game-winning goals (10) in 82 regular-season games. Fedorov is one of six players in franchise history to reach the 50-goal plateau along with Steve Yzerman (5x), Mickey Redmond (2x), Ray Sheppard, John Ogrodnick and Danny Grant. Additionally, Fedorov became the fifth Red Wings skater to eclipse the 100-point mark, joining Yzerman (6x), Ogrodnick, Marcel Dionne and Gordie Howe.

In recognition of his accomplishments during the 1993-94 season, Fedorov became the first European-trained player to win the Hart Memorial Trophy, presented annually “to the player adjudged to be the most valuable to his team.” He was also named the recipient of the Frank J. Selke Trophy as the NHL’s best defensive forward and the Lester B. Pearson Award (now Ted Lindsay Award) as the most outstanding player as voted by fellow members of the NHLPA. To date, Fedorov remains the only player in NHL history to win the Hart Memorial Trophy and the Frank J. Selke Trophy in the same season.

Fedorov added team honors to his résumé in 1994-95, helping the Red Wings win the Presidents’ Trophy as the squad with the best overall record in the regular season. Fedorov led all skaters in assists (17) and points (24) in 17 postseason contests as Detroit captured the 1995 Clarence S. Campbell Bowl and advanced to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 1966. In 1995-96, the iconic “Russian Five” consisting of Fedorov, Viacheslav Fetisov, Vladimir Konstantinov, Vyacheslav Kozlov and Igor Larionov debuted as a five-man unit. Fedorov surpassed the 100-point mark for the second time in 1995-96, leading all Red Wings skaters in goals (39), assists (68), points (107), shorthanded goals (3), game-winning goals (11) and shots (306) in 78 regular-season games. He earned his second Frank J. Selke Trophy as the Red Wings clinched their second straight Presidents’ Trophy with an NHL-record 62 wins and 131 points.

Fedorov delivered one of the most memorable individual performances in franchise history during the 1996-97 season when he scored all five goals, including the game-winner 2:39 into overtime, in a 5-4 win over the Washington Capitals on Dec. 26, 1996 at Joe Louis Arena. Fedorov went on to help the Red Wings win a Stanley Cup championship in 1997, recording 20 points (8-12-20) in 20 postseason games as the organization ended its 42-year championship drought. The Red Wings successfully defended their Stanley Cup title in 1998 as Fedorov led all skaters with 10 goals in 22 playoff games. In 2002, Fedorov captured his third Stanley Cup championship in a six-year span, finishing with 19 points (5-14-19) and 20 penalty minutes in 23 postseason games.

Fedorov scored his 400th career NHL goal in his final regular-season game with the Red Wings on April 6, 2003 against the Chicago Blackhawks. Fedorov joined Gordie Howe (786), Steve Yzerman (692) and Alex Delvecchio (456) as the only players to record at least 400 goals in a Red Wings uniform. In all, Fedorov represented the Red Wings at six NHL All-Star Games (1992, 1994, 1996, 2001, 2002, 2003). He also shined in the NHL All-Star Game SuperSkills Competition, winning the Fastest Skater event twice (1992, 1994) and the Hardest Shot event in 2002.

Fedorov split his last five NHL seasons between the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, Columbus Blue Jackets and Washington Capitals. While with the Mighty Ducks, Fedorov became the first Russian-born player in NHL history to record 1,000 career points, reaching the milestone in his 965th game with an assist on Feb. 14, 2004 against the Vancouver Canucks. Fedorov was also the first Russian-born skater to reach the 1,000-game milestone, accomplishing the feat with the Blue Jackets on Nov. 30, 2005 against the Minnesota Wild. In his final season with the Capitals, Fedorov (39 years, 136 days) became the oldest player in NHL history to score a game-winning goal in a seventh-and-deciding game, netting what proved to be the series-clinching goal in Game 7 the 2009 Eastern Conference Quarterfinals against the New York Rangers.

Following the 2008-09 season, Fedorov returned to Russia and signed with Metallurg Magnitogorsk in the Kontinental Hockey League to play on the same team as his brother, Fedor. Fedorov tallied 74 points (22-52-74), a plus-35 rating and 123 penalty minutes in 141 regular-season games in Russia’s top professional league from 2009-12, serving as team captain during his final two seasons with the club. He represented Metallurg Magnitogorsk at three consecutive KHL All-Star Games from 2010-12 and was named the recipient of the 2010-11 KHL Faith Towards Hockey Award.

A native of Pskov, Russia, Fedorov played for his country at three Winter Olympics (1998, 2002, 2010), winning a silver medal in 1998 and a bronze medal in 2002. He also medaled with Russia at two IIHF World Championships, earning gold in 2008 and silver in 2010. Additionally, Fedorov competed at the 1996 World Cup of Hockey, notching six points (3-3-6) in five games. Although he defected to the United States, Fedorov represented the Soviet Union at the 1991 Canada Cup, tallying four points (2-2-4) in five appearances.

Fedorov’s career in hockey came full circle in 2012 when he returned to CSKA Moscow, where he spent four seasons as a player from 1986-90 prior to signing with the Red Wings. Fedorov worked 12 seasons in CSKA Moscow’s front office, serving as General Manager from 2012-17, Senior Advisor from 2017-21 and Head Coach from 2021-24. He was named the KHL’s Coach of the Year in 2021-22 and 2022-23, leading CSKA Moscow to back-to-back Gagarin Cup championships in 2022 and 2023. Fedorov also won a silver medal as an Assistant Coach with the Russian Olympic Committee at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, China.

Fedorov was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility in 2015 and was honored as one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players as part of the league’s Centennial celebration in 2017. The 55-year-old was also enshrined in the IIHF Hall of Fame in 2016.

Fedorov’s No. 91 becomes the Red Wings’ ninth retired number in franchise history, joining Sid Abel (No. 12), Alex Delvecchio (No. 10), Gordie Howe (No. 9), Red Kelly (No. 4), Nicklas Lidstrom (No. 5), Ted Lindsay (No. 7), Terry Sawchuk (No. 1) and Steve Yzerman (No. 19).

• “Friday Night Party in the Park,” presented by Casamigos, on Aug. 22 features pregame food and beverage specials, live music and entertainment and postgame fireworks

• Giveaways on Saturdays includes a Parker Meadows-Designed Jersey, presented by Pepsi, on Aug. 23

• Homestand also features a Greyson Clothiers Collaboration from Aug. 18-20, Italian Heritage Night on Aug. 18, Bike Night and Lawrence Tech University Night on Aug. 19, Central Michigan University Night on Aug. 22 and Players’ Choice Night on Aug. 23

After a six-game road trip, the Detroit Tigers will return to Comerica Park from Aug. 18-24 for a six-game homestand against the Houston Astros and Kansas City Royals.

Single-game tickets for the upcoming homestand are available at Tigers.com/Tickets and special ticket packages are available at Tigers.com/SpecialTicket.

Monday, Aug. 18 at 6:40 p.m. vs. Houston Astros

Greyson Clothiers Collaboration Kickoff and Italian Heritage Night

Throughout the series with the Astros from Aug. 18-20, the Tigers are partnering with Greyson Clothiers for a unique merchandise collaboration, which features an exclusive Greyson-branded Tigers rope hat for fans who purchase a special ticket package.

Fans can blend elevated style with Detroit baseball pride by purchasing the Aug. 18 ticket package HERE, the Aug. 19 package HERE or the Aug. 20 package HERE.

Aug. 18 is also Italian Heritage Night, as the Tigers celebrate the culture, people and food of Italy. Fans who purchased the sold-out special ticket package receive a limited-edition Italy-themed Tigers jersey.

Comerica Park gates open at 5 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 19 at 6:40 p.m. vs. Houston Astros

313 Value Game, presented by Pepsi, Bike Night and Lawrence Tech University Night

Every Tuesday home game is a “313 Value Game,” presented by Pepsi, with $19 lower-level tickets available, as well as $3 bottled water and fountain drinks, $1 chips and $3 hot dogs.

Aug. 19 is Bike Night at Comerica Park, and fans who purchase a special ticket package receive an exclusive Bike Night graphic T-shirt and free motorcycle parking for the game.

Aug. 19 is also Lawrence Tech University Night, as the Tigers welcome Blue Devils students, faculty, alumni, family and friends. Fans who purchased the sold-out special LTU ticket package receive an exclusive co-branded snapback cap.

Gates open at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 1:10 p.m. vs. Houston Astros

Don’t miss the series finale as the Tigers host the Astros at Comerica Park for the final time this season.

Gates open at 11:30 a.m.

Friday, Aug. 22 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Kansas City Royals

Friday Night Party in the Park, presented by Casamigos, and Central Michigan University Night

Every Friday home game is a “Friday Night Party in the Park,” presented by Casamigos, featuring pregame food and beverage specials on the Comerica Landing, live music and entertainment and postgame fireworks (weather permitting). The specialty cocktail for Aug. 22 is a Blue Skub, served with Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Blueberry Simple Syrup, Triple Sec and Lemonade.

Every Friday at Comerica Park is City Connect Friday, featuring the Tigers’ “Motor City” uniforms. Fans can purchase City Connect merchandise at The D Shop, presented by Meijer, and online. On Fridays, all City Connect merchandise is 30% off at The D Shop. On non-game days, free 30-minute parking for The D Shop is available in the Tiger Garage, at 128 Fisher Service Drive, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Aug. 22 is also Central Michigan University Night at Comerica Park, as the Tigers welcome Chippewas students, faculty, alumni, family and friends while celebrating CMU alumnus Zach McKinstry. Fans who purchased the sold-out special ticket package receive an exclusive co-branded snapback cap.

Gates open at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 23 at 6:10 p.m. vs. Kansas City Royals

Parker Meadows-Designed Jersey Giveaway, presented by Pepsi, and Players’ Choice Night

Every Saturday home game includes an exciting giveaway for early arriving fans at Comerica Park. The Aug. 23 giveaway is a Parker Meadows-Designed Jersey, presented by Pepsi, as part of Players’ Choice Night.

On Players’ Choice Night, fans will get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at Tigers players through stories, visuals and offerings fueled by their personal interests, causes they’re most passionate about and appreciation of special moments along their professional journeys.

Fans can enjoy specialty food items at the following locations on Players' Choice Night. A portion of the proceeds from select menu items will benefit the corresponding player’s charity of choice and the Detroit Tigers Foundation.

• Skubal’s Snack Burger, benefiting Alternatives for Girls, in Michigan Craft (Section 104)

• Mize Fries, benefiting the Detroit Public Safety Foundation, in the Comerica Big Cat Court (Section 119)

• Dingler’s Chicken Fingers, benefiting the Susan G. Komen Foundation, in the Comerica Big Cat Court (Section 119)

• Torres’ Empanadas 25 (Section 129)

• Vest’s Best Pretzels & Peanuts (Section 145)

Gates open at 4:30 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 24 at 1:40 p.m. vs. Kansas City Royals

Chevy Sunday Kids Day

Every Sunday home game is a Chevy Sunday Kids Day, where fans aged 14 and under can enjoy face painting on the concourse, free rides on the Hi-Chew Ferris Wheel and Carousel and a chance to run the bases after the game (weather permitting).

The Meijer Sunday Family Value Deal is available, starting at $79, including four upper-level tickets, four hot dogs, four bags of chips and four fountain drinks. The lower-level ticket package starts at $99. Fans can also upgrade either package with four slices of pizza and four fountain drinks for just $10 more.

Gates open at 12 p.m.

Group Ticket Options

Fans interested in purchasing 10 or more tickets during the upcoming homestand can visit Tigers.com/Groups or email Groups@Tigers.com.

Olympia Development of Michigan and The District Detroit have signed a lease with Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) for a full-service branch at 2715 Woodward Avenue. Scheduled to open in early 2026, the branch brings greater access to personalized banking services in one of the city’s most dynamic and rapidly growing neighborhoods.

The branch will be located next to Wayne State University’s Mike Ilitch School of Business and just one block north of Little Caesars Arena. LMCU will join Boston Consulting Group and Warner Norcross + Judd as tenants in the building.

“2715 Woodward is a thoughtfully designed building that blends modern materials and reflects the spirit of progress that defines The District Detroit,” said Keith Bradford, President of Olympia Development and The District Detroit. “LMCU’s new branch will serve not only as a trusted financial resource, but also as a true community hub—deepening engagement and expanding opportunities for residents and businesses. As The District Detroit continues to grow, partners like LMCU are essential in ensuring our progress is economically inclusive and creates opportunity.”

Olympia Development completed and welcomed its first tenant to 2715 Woodward in the spring of 2021. This new, state-of-the-art office building features a contemporary exterior of brick, steel, and glass, beautifully framing the interior lobby space, which showcases a custom mosaic art installation inspired by the historic Woodward Plan.

About Olympia Development of Michigan

Olympia Development of Michigan, an Ilitch company, is a real estate development firm dedicated to improving the lives of people who live, work, and play in Detroit and beyond. Through catalytic developments, innovative design and construction and inclusive placemaking, Olympia Development continues to create jobs, produce needed housing and attract business to Detroit while continuing to expand the city’s world-class sports and entertainment destination, The District Detroit.

About The District Detroit

The District Detroit is a premier urban live, work, play and learn destination featuring professional sports, entertainment, residential, retail, educational, restaurants and office space in Detroit. By connecting downtown Detroit to growing nearby neighborhoods such as Midtown, Corktown and Brush Park, The District Detroit is having a dramatic economic impact on Detroit and is a driving catalyst of the city’s remarkable resurgence.

About Lake Michigan Credit Union

Lake Michigan Credit Union, established in 1933, is the largest credit union in Michigan and 14th largest in the country. Employing a staff of over 1,650 and serving more than 600,000 members, LMCU's assets exceed $14 billion, with over $18 billion in portfolio and serviced mortgages. LMCU has 71 convenient branch locations, including 21 across the Tampa Bay area and Southwest Florida. LMCU members have access to over 55,000 Allpoint ATMs worldwide. LMCU provides a full range of financial services, from high-interest-bearing checking accounts to personal loans, mortgages, business banking, investments, and insurance.

To find out more, visit LMCU.org. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS #442967.

Centre ICE Arena to Host Practice Sessions from Sept. 18-20

Detroit Red Wings Executive Vice President and General Manager Steve Yzerman today announced that the Red Wings will return to Centre ICE Arena in Traverse City, Mich., to host their annual NHL Training Camp.

The 2025-26 Red Wings hit the ice for the first time for Training Camp on the morning of Thursday, Sept. 18, and continue daily through Saturday, Sept. 20. Red Wings players, prospects and tryouts will be divided into teams that will practice and scrimmage throughout camp before heading to West Michigan for the annual Red and White Game on Sunday, Sept. 21 at Van Andel Arena, home of the American Hockey League’s Grand Rapids Griffins. Following the Red and White Game, the team will break camp for Detroit to begin their preseason schedule at Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, Sept. 23 against the Chicago Blackhawks. A full camp roster and the complete training camp schedule will be announced at a later date.

TICKETS FOR TRAINING CAMP ON SALE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13

Advance tickets for all Red Wings Training Camp sessions in Traverse City will be available online this season at www.mynorthtickets.com/organizations/centre-ice starting on Wednesday, Aug. 13 at 10:00 a.m. Ticket prices are as follows:

• Training Camp Practice (Thursday, Sept. 18): $20 per day (general admission)

• Training Camp Practice (Friday, Sept. 19): $20 per day (general admission)

• Training Camp Practice (Saturday, Sept. 20): $30 per day (general admission)

Select 2025 Training Camp merchandise will also be available for purchase in the arena store on the upper level behind the concession stand. For additional information, please call (231) 933-7465 or visit www.centreice.org.

• Single-game tickets on sale August 8, presale access available at detroitredwings.com

• Centennial Eras focusing on historic seasons, events and players throughout franchise history

• Fan-favorite theme nights return, including Thanksgiving Eve and New Year’s Eve, Star Wars Night, Tigers Night, Heritage Nights and College Nights

• Giveaways include Zamboni gravy boat, vintage bobblehead and Joe Louis Arena coffee mug

Following last week’s reveal of the 2025-26 Detroit Red Wings regular season schedule, the team today announced its slate of promotional and theme nights. Included within that announcement are several Centennial Era Nights, dedicated to celebrating specific periods within the 100 Years of Hockeytown.

On August 8 at 10 a.m., single-game tickets can be purchased on DetroitRedWings.com/Tickets. 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.

Red Wings Centennial appropriately begins with an Original Six matchup against the Montreal Canadiens on October 9 at Little Caesars Arena. The game will be preceded by the fan-favorite Red Carpet Walk, presented by Coca-Cola Zero Sugar and Meijer, allowing all fans to join in Opening Night festivities in Chevy Plaza.

Red Wings Centennial

The 2025-26 season has added significance, with Red Wings Centennial celebrating 100 years of Hockeytown dating back to the team’s founding in 1926. As part of Red Wings Centennial, presented by Meijer, the organization will host a series of events and alumni appearances, produce original exclusive content, unveil a commemorative jersey design and lead community initiatives to honor a century of excellence on and off the ice.

Throughout the upcoming season, the team’s rich history will be celebrated through five distinct Eras. This begins with Origins Era (October), Dynasty Era (November), Iconic Moments from Olympia Stadium and Joe Louis Arena (December), Dominance Era (January) and Next Flight Era (March and April). Each Era will have a specific night of celebration at Little Caesars Arena featuring legendary teams, players and moments.

Hockeytown Centennial FanFest is a four-day immersive experience taking place from November 6-9, 2025, at MotorCity Casino Hotel, while 100 Years of Hockeytown: A Night at the Fox Theatre, a unique multimedia celebration bringing Red Wings history to life through music, video and live storytelling, will be held on Saturday, November 8 at Detroit’s iconic Fox Theatre. For more information on these celebrations, fans can click here. Tickets for the Hockeytown Centennial FanFest and 100 Years of Hockeytown: A Night at the Fox Theatre are now available at DetroitRedWings.com/100.

The full 2025-26 season promotional calendar, including theme nights, fan giveaway items and group ticket specials, is listed below.

Red Wings 2025-26 Promotional, Giveaway and Theme Game Calendar

Oct. 9 vs. Montreal – Origins Era Game / Rally Towel Giveaway (presented by Coca-Cola Zero Sugar and Meijer): All fans in attendance / Centennial T-Shirt Ticket Package

Oct. 15 vs. Florida – Magnet Schedule Giveaway (presented by Belle Tire): All fans in attendance / Animal Rescue Dog Leash Ticket Package

Oct. 17 vs. Tampa Bay – Star Wars Night: Star Wars Jersey Ticket Package

Nov. 7 vs. New York Rangers – Dynasty Era Game / Vintage Bobblehead (presented by Comerica Bank): First 7,500 fans in attendance / Centennial Sweater Ticket Package

Nov. 9 vs. Chicago – Military Appreciation Game (presented by Chevrolet): Military Jersey Ticket Package

Nov. 15 vs. Buffalo – New Red Wings Carhartt Beanie Ticket Package

Nov. 18 vs. Seattle – Peanuts 75th Anniversary Night: Snoopy Bobblehead Ticket Package / Teacher Appreciation Night: Stanley Tumbler Ticket Package (presented by Coca-Cola Zero Sugar)

Nov. 20 vs. New York Islanders – Hockey Fights Cancer Night / Nurse Appreciation Night: Red Wings Belt Bag Ticket Package (presented by Comerica Bank)

Nov. 26 vs. Nashville – Thanksgiving Eve Game: Zamboni Gravy Boat (presented by Meijer): First 7,500 fans in attendance

Dec. 2 vs. Boston – Educator Appreciation Night: Stanley Tumbler Ticket Package (presented by Coca-Cola Zero Sugar)

Dec. 17 vs. Utah – Hometown Heroes Night: Police or Fire/EMS Jersey Ticket Package

Dec. 21 vs. Washington – Iconic Moments Era Game / Cup of Joe (Joe Louis Arena inspired Coffee Mug, presented by MotorCity Casino Hotel): First 7,500 fans in attendance / Carhartt Centennial Beanie Ticket Package

Dec. 23 vs. Dallas – Hockeytown Holidays Game: Hockeytown Holiday Sweater Ticket Package

Dec. 31 vs. Winnipeg – New Year’s Eve Game (presented by Planet Fitness)

Jan. 3 vs. Pittsburgh – Kids Day

Jan. 8 vs. Vancouver – Healthcare Appreciation Night: Red Wings Belt Bag Ticket Package

Jan. 16 vs. San Jose – Black History Night

Jan. 18 vs. Ottawa – Kids Day / Grateful Dead Game: Grateful Dead Jersey

Jan. 29 vs. Washington – Olympic Sendoff

Jan. 31 vs. Colorado – Dominance Era Game / Centennial Windbreaker Ticket Package

March 6 vs. Florida – The Next Flight Era Game / Centennial Caricature T-Shirt Ticket Package

March 19 vs. Montreal – Women’s History Night

March 24 vs. Ottawa – Margaritaville Night: Red Wings Margaritaville T-Shirt Ticket Package (presented by Kona Brewing)

March 28 vs. Philadelphia – We Are Hockeytown Night (celebrating Michigan born Red Wings players and Little Caesars youth hockey)

April 5 vs. Minnesota – Tigers Night: Red Wings Baseball Jersey Ticket Package

April 7 vs. Columbus – Pickleball Night: Red Wings Pickleball Paddle Ticket Package

April 11 vs. New Jersey – People of Hockeytown/Fan Appreciation Night: Centennial High Crown Hat Ticket Package (presented by Coca Cola Zero Sugar and Meijer)

Please Note: Theme games and fan giveaway items are subject to change.

University and Heritage Theme Games and Special Ticket Packages

Several theme games with special ticket packages that include an exclusive giveaway item are also returning, including “University Games” featuring colleges and universities throughout Michigan presented by Michigan First Credit Union and the fan-favorite heritage games, recognizing fans from all different backgrounds.

Groups, 10-Game Plans and Winged Wheel Nation Memberships

Fans interested in group ticket packages can contact the Red Wings group sales team at 313-471-7575 or visit the Group Tickets page on DetroitRedWings.com.

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. Interested fans can sign-up for information at DetroitRedWings.com/10gameplans.

Winged Wheel Nation is the Season Ticket Membership Program of the Detroit Red Wings. Designed with your unique needs and interests in mind, Winged Wheel Nation membership offers unprecedented inside access, unforgettable experiences and exclusive benefits for the team’s most loyal fans on a year-round basis. Fans can learn more and join the Winged Wheel Nation at DetroitRedWings.com/WWN.

Presenting donors will receive Tigers tickets, pre-season Red Wings tickets while supplies last

The American Red Cross, in partnership with The District Detroit, is encouraging donors to give blood at their eighth annual blood drive to maintain a steady national blood supply. All presenting donors will receive two tickets to a Detroit Tigers game and two tickets to a pre-season Detroit Red Wings game.

Blood and platelet donors are needed, especially those with type O blood.

The blood drive will be from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, on the Via Concourse at Little Caesars Arena, 2645 Woodward, in Detroit. Free parking is available at the Trinity Health Garage, 165 Sproat Street.

Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. This includes new moms, babies born prematurely, accident victims, people living with sickle cell disease and people being treated for cancer. That’s why the need for blood is constant.

In addition to the Tigers and Red Wings tickets, donors will have a chance to Spin the Wheel to win an additional giveaway. Also, donors who give Aug. 1-28 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. Plus, the Red Cross will perform free A1C testing, which is commonly used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes, on successful donations (one test result per 12-month period). Visit RedCrossBlood.org/Test for more information.

Here are three easy ways to make an appointment to give blood:

• Use the Red Cross Blood Donor App

• Visit RedCrossBlood.org

• Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)

Appointments will be prioritized; walk-ins will be taken as time permits.

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.