Detroit Tigers to Celebrate Opening Day, Presented by Rocket, with the Best Fans in Baseball on Friday, April 4 at Comerica Park

March 11, 2025

• Only standing room tickets available vs. Chicago White Sox visit Tigers.com/Tickets

• Opening Day Block Party begins at 9 a.m.

• Michigan native and actor Keegan-Michael Key to throw out first pitch

• Michigan native and Grammy award winner Brian d'Arcy James to sing national anthem

• Fans encouraged to arrive early and be in their seats by 12:35 p.m. for pre-game festivities with introductions of Tigers players, manager and staff – Gates open at 10:30 a.m.

• First 15,000 fans receive Built Different rally towel, presented by Meijer

• Opening Weekend celebrated Friday - Sunday with fan events including free Opening Weekend Block Parties, presented by Miller Lite

The Detroit Tigers are ready to welcome back the best fans in baseball to Comerica Park on Opening Day 2025, presented by Rocket, Friday, April 4 against the Chicago White Sox at 1:10 p.m. to kickstart the 25th anniversary season at Comerica Park.

Only standing room tickets remain for Opening Day. Great seats for the remainder of Opening Weekend, featuring games against the White Sox on Saturday, April 5 at 1:10 p.m. – with a Tigers Flannel giveaway, presented by Comerica Bank, to the first 15,000 fans – and for Chevy Sunday Kids Day on Sunday, April 6 at 1:40 p.m., are available at Tigers.com/Tickets.

OPENING WEEKEND BLOCK PARTIES, PRESENTED BY MILLER LITE

Fans can start celebrating the return of Tigers baseball before the ballpark opens with free pregame block parties throughout the weekend. Friday’s block party will open at 9 a.m., Saturday’s at 10:30 a.m. and Sunday’s at 11 a.m. Friday’s block party will stay open through the end of the game and Saturday’s and Sunday’s block parties will close each day at first pitch. Comerica Park gates will open at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday and noon on Sunday.

Block Parties Include:

• Local food trucks including Little Caesars Pizza, Bert’s BBQ and more

• Drinks from the Molson Coors Draft Trailer and Happy Thursday Bar (Fans ages 21+)

• 97.1 The Ticket pregame show

• Performances from local DJs and artists

• Merchandise retail kiosk

• Photo and video opportunities at Built Different stations and slow motion GlamBot

• Interactive games including cornhole, giant Jenga, Plinko and speed pitching stations

OPENING WEEKEND FESTIVITIES IN-BALLPARK

Once inside Comerica Park, fans will be greeted by live music, Opening Day and Built Different photo opportunities and the Detroit Tigers Foundation’s 50/50 Raffle. Fans can leave their mark by signing giant Opening Day logos at each entry gate.

All ticketed fans can take advantage of the Miller Lite Home Run Happy Hour – on the Comerica Landing – from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Select concessions items are available for just $5, including 16-ounce beers, fountain drinks, hard seltzers and snacks.

2025 DETROIT TIGERS TEAM INTRODUCTION

The Tigers will welcome fans to Comerica Park’s 25th anniversary season with individual introductions of players, manager, coaches and support staff. Fans are encouraged to be in their seats by 12:35 p.m. to meet the 2025 Tigers for the first time.

BRIAN D’ARCY JAMES TO PERFORM NATIONAL ANTHEM BEFORE FLYOVER

Saginaw native, Grammy award winner and five-time Tony award nominee, Brian d'Arcy James, will perform the national anthem on Opening Day, culminating an exciting pregame ceremony, including a 100-foot American Flag in the outfield and a Tigers Built Different flag on the infield. The performance will be followed by a flyover featuring an A-10 Thunderbolt II “Warthog” aircraft from the 107th Fighter Squadron and part of the 127th Wing at Selfridge Air National Guard Base.

KEEGAN-MICHAEL KEY TO THROW OUT FIRST PITCH

Fans in attendance and watching on FanDuel Sports Network Detroit won’t want to miss the ceremonial first pitch, with Southfield, Mich., native Keegan-Michael Key helping the Tigers open the home season in style. Fans will also enjoy the infamous “Play Ball!” call from a special guest.

RED WINGS GAMES FOLLOWING TIGERS GAMES ON APRIL 4 AND 6

Fans can make it a doubleheader in The District Detroit on April 4 and 6. After watching Opening Day, fans can visit Little Caesars Arena to cheer on the Detroit Red Wings against the Carolina Hurricanes. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with puck drop at 7 p.m., and the first 7,500 fans in attendance receive a Red Wings hat with the Tigers cursive jersey font on the front. Fans can purchase Red Wings tickets at DetroitRedWings.com/Tickets. On April 6, the Red Wings host the Florida Panthers at 5:30 p.m. Arena doors open at 4 p.m., and fans can purchase a special ticket package for the Tigers game to get a co-branded Tigers and Red Wings Trapper Hat.

DIGITAL ENTRY AND PARKING

Tigers fans are reminded all tickets at Comerica Park are digital. Fans are encouraged to download tickets from the MLB Ballpark App to their digital wallet before leaving home to ensure seamless entry into the ballpark. All bags, purses and clutches are prohibited. Only wallets sized 4” x 6” x 1.5” or smaller are permitted.

Several parking options are available throughout The District Detroit, including garages surrounding Comerica Park and Little Caesars Arena. Parking can be reserved at ParkWhiz.com.

Ilitch Sports + Entertainment, FOX 2 Detroit, and FanDuel Sports Network Partner to Expand Access to Select Red Wings & Tigers Broadcasts

March 9, 2025

In an effort to increase accessibility of Detroit Tigers and Red Wings broadcasts to fans, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment, FOX 2 Detroit, and FanDuel Sports Network have entered into a partnership, resulting in 15 games being simulcast on the over-the-air channel in the coming months.

These simulcast games will still be available for fans to watch just as they have in the past – on FanDuel Sports Network, FanDuelSportsNetwork.com, and the FanDuel Sports Network app. Today’s announcement adds another option: the ability to watch those same award-winning broadcasts on FOX 2 for free throughout southeast Michigan.

Games simulcast on FOX 2 will be mirror images of the broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network, featuring fan-favorite announcers including Ken Daniels and Mickey Redmond on Red Wings action and Jason Benetti, Andy Dirks, and Dan Petry calling Tigers games.

Red Wings games simulcast on FOX 2:

• March 10 at Ottawa

• March 27 vs. Ottawa

• April 1 at St. Louis

• April 8 at Montreal

• April 14 vs. Dallas

Tigers games simulcast on FOX 2:

• April 4 vs. Chicago (AL)

• April 15 at Milwaukee

• May 1 at Los Angeles (AL)

• May 8 at Colorado

• June 12 at Baltimore

• June 21 at Tampa Bay

• June 27 vs. Minnesota

• July 3 at Washington

• July 11 vs. Seattle

• August 12 at Chicago (AL)

“As the Red Wings make their Stanley Cup playoffs push and with the Tigers season opener fast approaching, we are thrilled to bring select Red Wings and Tigers games to a broader television audience across metro Detroit,” said Ryan Gustafson, President and CEO of Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. "Our commitment to innovate drives us to explore new opportunities for engaging with fans, particularly in how they consume our broadcasts. We extend our gratitude to our partners at FanDuel Sports Network and FOX 2 Detroit for their collaboration in making this vision a reality."

Many games being simulcast on FOX 2 will include FanDuel Sports Network’s pre- and post-game programming, showcasing player interviews, behind-the-scenes content, and other coverage showcasing our iconic franchises.

Red Wings Acquire Craig Smith and Petr Mrázek from Chicago Blackhawks in Exchange for Joe Veleno

March 7, 2025

Smith Has Recorded 450 Points in 968 Games with Nashville, Boston, Dallas and Chicago Since 2011-12; Mrázek Has Posted 178-174-40 Record in 423 Appearances with Detroit, Philadelphia, Carolina, Toronto and Chicago Since 2012-13

The Detroit Red Wings today acquired forward Craig Smith and goaltender Petr Mrázek from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for forward Joe Veleno.

Smith, 35, has skated in 40 games with the Blackhawks during the 2024-25 season, recording 16 points (9-7-16) and 28 penalty minutes. The 6-foot-1, 203-pound forward spent the entire 2023-24 campaign with the Dallas Stars, logging 20 points (11-9-20), a plus-two rating and 33 penalty minutes in 75 regular-season games, in addition to two assists in 14 postseason contests. Originally selected by the Nashville Predators in the fourth round (98th overall) of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, Smith has racked up 450 points (220-230-450), a plus-90 rating and 389 penalty minutes in 968 games with the Predators, Boston Bruins, Washington Capitals, Stars and Blackhawks since 2011-12. He has also totaled 23 points (9-14-23) and 20 penalty minutes in 83 playoff matchups, helping the Predators reach the 2017 Stanley Cup Final. Smith also tallied five points (1-4-5) in four games with the American Hockey League’s Milwaukee Admirals, along with eight points (4-4-8) in eight games with KalPa Kuopio in Finland’s top professional league during the 2012-13 season.

A native of Madison, Wis., Smith played two seasons at the University of Wisconsin from 2009-11 prior to turning professional, serving as team captain during his sophomore campaign. In all, Smith compiled 76 points (27-49-76) and 159 penalty minutes in 82 games with the Badgers, earning a place on the WCHA All-Rookie Team in 2009-10. Before his collegiate career, Smith registered 117 points (49-68-117) and 226 penalty minutes in 157 games with the Waterloo Black Hawks in the United States Hockey League from 2006-09, earning USHL First All-Star Team honors in his final season. Smith also collected 101 points (51-50-101) in 40 games at Madison La Follette High School from 2004-06. On the international stage, Smith represented Team USA at four-consecutive IIHF World Championships from 2011-14, capturing a bronze medal in 2013 after leading the tournament with 10 assists. He also captured a gold medal at the 2008 World Junior A Challenge and a bronze medal at the 2007 edition.

Originally selected by Detroit in the fifth round (141st overall) of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft, Mrázek rejoins the Red Wings after spending parts of six seasons with the organization from 2012-18. Mrázek, 33, has appeared in 33 games with the Blackhawks in 2024-25, posting a 10-19-2 record with a 3.46 goals-against average and an 0.890 save percentage. The 6-foot-2, 188-pound goaltender logged an 18-31-4 record with a 3.03 goals-against average, a 0.908 save percentage and one shutout in 56 games with the Blackhawks during the 2023-24 season. In total, Mrázek has compiled a 178-174-40 record with a 2.85 goals-against average, a 0.906 save percentage and 25 shutouts in 423 games with the Red Wings, Philadelphia Flyers, Carolina Hurricanes, Toronto Maple Leafs and Blackhawks since 2012-13. He has also showed a 55-28-4 record with a 2.23 goals-against average, a 0.920 save percentage and seven shutouts in 89 AHL games with the Grand Rapids Griffins, Chicago Wolves and Toronto Marlies, backstopping the Griffins to a Calder Cup championship in 2013. While with the Griffins, Mrázek competed at the 2013 AHL All-Star Classic and was named to the AHL Second All-Star Team in 2013-14.

Prior to turning professional, Mrázek played three seasons with the Ottawa 67’s in the Ontario Hockey League from 2009-12, posting a 75-37-10 record with a 2.87 goals-against average, a 0.916 save percentage and 10 shutouts in 132 appearances. Mrázek paced all OHL goaltenders with a 0.920 save percentage in 2010-11 and earned the Dinty Moore Trophy as the rookie with the best goals-against average in 2009-10. The Ostrava, Czechia, native developed with HC Vitkovice’s youth system before arriving in North America, appearing in 13 games with the under-20 team and 85 games at the under-18 level. On the international stage, Mrázek has represented Czechia at three IIHF World Championships (2012, 2017, 2024), winning a gold medal in 2024 and a bronze medal in 2012. He also appeared in two games with Team Czech Republic at the 2016 World Cup of Hockey. Additionally, Mrázek played for his country at the 2012 IIHF World Junior Championship and was named the tournament’s best goaltender after finishing with a 3-3 record with a 2.49 goals-against average, a 0.928 save percentage and one shutout in six matchups.

Red Wings Sign Austin Watson to One-Year, Two-Way Contract Extension

March 6, 2025

Ann Arbor Native Has Skated in 517 NHL Games with Nashville, Ottawa, Tampa Bay and Detroit Since 2012-13

The Detroit Red Wings today signed forward Austin Watson to a one-year, two-way contract extension.

Watson, 33, has skated in two games with the Red Wings during the 2024-25 season, logging two penalty minutes, one shot and six hits in 7:00 average time on ice. The 6-foot-4, 210-pound forward has also played in 52 games with the Griffins this season and ranks among the team leaders with 12 goals (T3rd), 20 assists (4th), 32 points (3rd), a plus-seven rating (3rd), 94 penalty minutes (1st), five power play goals (2nd), nine power play points (3rd), two shorthanded goals (T1st), one game-winning goal (T5th) and 122 shots (2nd). He represented the Griffins at the 2025 AHL All-Star Classic in Palm Desert, Calif., along with goaltender Sebastian Cossa. Watson spent the entire 2023-24 campaign with the Tampa Bay Lightning, recording four points (2-2-4), a plus-two rating and 93 penalty minutes in 33 games. Originally selected by the Nashville Predators in the first round (18th overall) of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft, Watson has compiled 118 points (60-58-118) and 707 penalty minutes in 517 games with the Predators, Ottawa Senators, Lightning and Red Wings since 2012-13. He has also registered 19 points (10-9-19) and 48 penalty minutes in 45 postseason contests, helping the Predators reach the 2017 Stanley Cup Final. Additionally, Watson has played in parts of seven AHL seasons with the Milwaukee Admirals and Griffins, racking up 164 points (85-79-164), a plus-17 rating and 183 penalty minutes in 286 games.

A native of Ann Arbor, Mich., Watson played four seasons in the Ontario Hockey League with the Windsor Spitfires, Peterborough Petes and London Knights from 2008-12 prior to turning professional, winning OHL championships with Windsor in 2009 and London in 2012. During his major junior career, Watson collected 219 points (89-130-219) and 164 penalty minutes in 244 games, in addition to 22 points (12-10-22) and 27 penalty minutes in 43 postseason matchups. Watson captured a Memorial Cup title with Windsor in 2009, and later earned the Wayne Gretzky 99 Award as OHL Playoff MVP with London in 2012. Watson also skated with the U.S. National Team Development Program in 2009-10, notching six points (4-2-6) and 33 penalty minutes in nine appearances. On the international stage, Watson served as an alternate captain with Team USA at the 2022 IIHF World Championship, logging one assist and 27 penalty minutes in 10 games. He also competed at the 2012 IIHF World Junior Championship, tallying nine points (3-6-9) and a plus-six rating in six games. Watson received a gold medal with Team USA at the 2010 IIHF World Under-18 Championship, showing three points (2-1-3), a plus-two rating and 33 penalty minutes in seven contests.

Red Wings Complete Three-Team Trade with Seattle and Tampa Bay

March 5, 2025

Detroit Red Wings today acquired forward Yanni Gourde (50 percent retained) from the Seattle Kraken in exchange for defenseman Kyle Aucoin and subsequently traded Gourde to the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for a conditional fourth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft.

The Red Wings will retain 50 percent of remaining obligations pertaining to Gourde’s contract (25 percent of the contract’s remaining value). Detroit will receive the earlier selection between Tampa Bay’s fourth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft or Edmonton’s fourth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft.

The Red Wings currently own nine picks in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Detroit has its own pick in the first three rounds, along with one additional third-round choice from the New York Rangers. The Red Wings also own the fourth-round pick acquired in this trade from the Lightning and have their own picks in the fifth, sixth and seventh rounds plus an additional selection in the seventh round from the St. Louis Blues.

Detroit Red Wings Foundation Opens 2025 #LGRW Online Auction

March 3, 2025

Auction runs through March 31 and offers exclusive road trip on Red Wings’ team plane, VIP training camp experience and more

Every NHL season, the Detroit Red Wings Foundation hosts the #LGRW Online Auction, offering fans the chance to bid on unique memorabilia and exclusive experiences with their favorite Red Wings players.

The 2025 #LGRW Online Auction began February 27 and runs until March 31, featuring more than 120 items available for bidding, providing something for everyone with varying price points and experiences.

Each week of the auction features special flash offers and one-of-a-kind experiences fans won’t want to miss, like a trip with the Red Wings to a 2025-26 away game on the team plane, a private meet & greet with Red Wings forward Lucas Raymond and defenseman Moritz Seider and our players’ favorite things baskets.

In addition to the weekly flash items and experiences, some of the biggest permanently available auction items include a VIP Traverse City Training Camp trip, team-signed Zamboni gravy boat, a Detroit Grand Prix chairman’s suite experience and many more.

All net proceeds from this annual, limited-time auction benefit the Detroit Red Wings Foundation, which invests in the future of the metro Detroit community by providing funds and resources to worthy causes that contribute to the growth of the sport of hockey. The Foundation also supports youth education and wellness in metro Detroit throughout the state of Michigan.

The Detroit Red Wings Foundation raises funds for several programs and initiatives each year, including Red Wings for Reading, Make-A-Wish Michigan, Special Olympics and many more.

“We’re thrilled to host our #LGRW Auction each season for our incredible fans,” Ilitch Sports + Entertainment director of community impact Shannon Lapsley said. “We have several exciting new items available for Hockeytown fans this year, and every dollar from winning bids support organizations close to the hearts of our players and our community members, so every donation matters.”

So when fans submit a winning auction bid, not only do they receive an incredible item or experience, they also support crucial programs in metro Detroit.

"Special Olympics Michigan is deeply grateful to the Detroit Red Wings Foundation for their unwavering support," Special Olympics Michigan marketing & communications manager Lourin Sprenger said. "Their partnership creates opportunities for athletes to shine, fosters inclusion and promotes the spirit of teamwork on and off the field.”

For more information on the 2025 #LGRW Online Auction or to submit a bid, visit DetroitRedWings.com/Auction.

More info about the programs that the Detroit Red Wings Foundation supports is available below:

Detroit Red Wings Foundation’s Red Wings for Reading

The Red Wings for Reading program is a literacy initiative designed to support K-5 classrooms across Michigan throughout the NHL season. By encouraging students to increase reading time in school and at home, the program enhances existing curriculum and reflects the Red Wings' commitment to improving literacy across Michigan. Throughout the season, the program enhances reading curriculum through engaging initiatives like classroom challenges, reading buddies, book fairs, player school visits and Little Free Library donations, fostering a lifelong love of reading.

Assists for a Cause

Through Assists for a Cause, the Detroit Red Wings Foundation and Tito’s Handmade Vodka are partnering to support Michigan Humane’s mission of saving and improving animal lives. For every assist recorded by Red Wings players this season, Tito’s and the Detroit Red Wings Foundation donate $50 to Michigan Humane, helping to provide compassionate care, community engagement and advocacy for animals in need.

Make-A-Wish

The Detroit Red Wings Foundation and Trinity Health have joined forces to support Make-A-Wish Michigan in bringing hope and joy to children with critical illnesses. The Red Wings help grant life-changing wishes, creating uplifting experiences that inspire strength and resilience for Michigan families.

"When a child battling a critical illness steps onto the ice or meets their hockey hero, they aren’t just receiving a wish—they’re gaining priceless memories that inspire joy, hope and the strength to keep on going. Thank you to the Detroit Red Wings and The Red Wings Foundation for this incredible partnership!" - Michael Hull, President and CEO, Make-A-Wish Michigan

Special Olympics

The Detroit Red Wings Foundation is proud to support the Special Olympics Poly Hockey Celebration, presented by Gallagher, as part of its commitment to growing the game within Michigan’s disabled community. For this celebration, Red Wings players surprise 100 Special Olympics Poly Hockey athletes and their caregivers with a special donation, reinforcing the team's dedication to inclusion and accessibility in hockey.

Little Caesars Amateur Hockey

The Detroit Red Wings Foundation shares a strong connection with Little Caesars AAA Hockey, supporting its mission to develop young athletes on and off the ice. Through elite coaching, top-tier training and a focus on education and leadership, the program cultivates future hockey talent while instilling core values that align with the Red Wings’ commitment to excellence.

Little Caesars Arena Hosts PWHL Takeover Tour Game on Sunday, March 16

February 24, 2025

• First 8,000 fans receive PWHL Rally Towel
• Fans can watch Michigan natives Elle Hartje, Abby Roque, Taylor Girard and Mellissa Channell-Watkins, along with 2023 first overall draft pick Taylor Heise and Kendall Coyne Schofield in action
• Practices open to public on Saturday

After a successful inaugural season Takeover Tour, the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is returning to Detroit for another game between the New York Sirens and the Minnesota Frost at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 16.

Little Caesars Arena set the U.S. professional women’s hockey attendance record at the time with 13,736 fans at last year’s PWHL game in Detroit.

Fans can enjoy a hockey doubleheader on Sunday by attending the Detroit Red Wings game at 1 p.m. and the PWHL game at 7:30 p.m. PWHL tickets can be purchased here, starting at just $26. Arena doors for the PWHL game will open at 6:15 p.m.

Game parking throughout The District Detroit will be available, and purchasing ahead of time on ParkWhiz is recommended. Rates will switch at 2 p.m. and Temple West and Trinity Health Garages may be the best options for PWHL fans.

Fans can access their parking structures and entry gates at Little Caesars Arena easily, using what3words and can find all information necessary before attending the game here.

PUBLIC PRACTICES ON SATURDAY

The PWHL team practices on Saturday will be open to the public, free of charge. 300 fans can watch New York and Minnesota practicing on the BELFOR ice at Little Caesars Arena. The first 50 fans will be selected for a meet-and-greet and autograph signing opportunity with New York players following their practice, and the next 50 will get to do the same with Minnesota. The BELFOR Entrance at Little Caesars Arena will open to the public for practices at 11 a.m.

Red Wings, Gallagher Help Spread ‘Happiness, Hope and a Little Bit of Fun’ for Special Olympics Michigan Athletes

February 23, 2025

One hundred local poly hockey players enjoy fun-filled Friday at Little Caesars Arena

The smiles and laughter seen and heard throughout the Via concourse inside Little Caesars Arena on Friday afternoon was a good reminder that hockey is more than just a game; it can be a tool used to build a more inclusive community.

Thanks to the Detroit Red Wings and Gallagher, 100 local Special Olympics Michigan poly hockey athletes participated in a hockey skills clinic led by Alex DeBrincat, J.T. Compher, Albert Johansson, Justin Holl, Tyler Motte, Erik Gustafsson, Marco Kasper and goalie Cam Talbot.

“It’s a lot of fun,” DeBrincat said. “You come out here, see everyone having fun and playing hockey. You’re getting back to the basics of shooting, passing and all that stuff so it’s great to be around these guys.”

Special Olympics Michigan has been part of the Special Olympics movement since its start in 1968. Guided by an important mission to provide year-round sports training and related programming for individuals with disabilities, Special Olympics Michigan helps athletes achieve their dreams with the support of volunteers, coaches, family members and staff.

“Sports play such a prominent role in our lives and obviously our careers,” Motte said. “Hockey means a lot to us, so just to be able to give back in a way that we know how. This group really enjoyed their time playing hockey today, and just a cool experience for us to be on a different side of things by looking at a different perspective. Just give some happiness, hope and a little bit of fun.”

For Michigan natives DeBrincat (Farmington Hills) and Motte (St. Clair), taking time out of their afternoons to assist the state-based non-profit organization was truly meaningful.

“It’s important to get out in the community,” DeBrincat said. “Very special. At my station, [the poly hockey players] were trying to score goals. They were ripping pucks.”

Before the hockey skills clinic, the Special Olympics Michigan athletes also enjoyed a Little Caesars pizza party and watched the Red Wings practice at Little Caesars Arena's BELFOR Training Center.

Holl said as a professional athlete, he feels he has a great opportunity to make a positive impact and was very happy to do so after Friday’s practice.

“When you’re a public figure, those are some of the things you should be aware of,” Holl said. “You just try to use your platform to encourage people to have fun in sports."

Special Olympics Michigan athlete Scott Decker said he was excited to show off his skills to the group of Red Wings players on Friday afternoon.

“I needed the practice,” said Decker, who plays for the Grosse Point/Harper Woods Hawks poly hockey team. "Got to get ready for our season. We’ve won back-to-back championships, so we’re going for a three-peat this year. It hasn’t been done in the history of our franchise, so it would be nice.”

Decker added that the advice he received from Detroit captain Dylan Larkin during last year’s event really helped him this time around.

“He told me to always be a team player and a team leader,” Decker said. “And, most importantly, snipe that puck.”

Gallagher also provided a donation for Special Olympics Michigan poly hockey athletes at the end of Friday’s event, which marked the first of two such celebrations the Red Wings will put on this year.

“This is a fun event,” Holl said. “It kind of brings you back to hockey when you were a kid, when you’re playing a lot of pond hockey or knee hockey and just shooting pucks and having a good time. That’s what this means to me, and it’s fun to be able to do it with all these guys.”

By Jonathan Mills for DetroitRedWings.com

Red Wings Collaborate with SANA Detroit and Kiloh + Co. in Return of Local Designer Series

February 21, 2025

Following a successful partnership with SANA Detroit and Kiloh + Co. during the 2023-24 season, the Detroit Red Wings are excited to work with both local companies again in the return of the Red Wings’ local designer series. The collaborations include a special ticket package and exclusive merchandise line for fans

When the Red Wings host the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday, Feb. 23, fans can purchase a special SANA ticket package which will include a game ticket, a limited-edition SANA/Red Wings T-shirt and early access to Little Caesars Arena for the exclusive SANA pop-up that night.

Following the 3:30 p.m. early access window for SANA ticket package purchasers, all fans who enter the arena that night will have access to the pop-up once doors open to the public at 4:30 p.m. Puck drop is slated for 6 p.m.

SANA creates high-level fashion pieces that center around Detroit culture. Its mission is to bring Detroit fashion to the rest of the world by using the city’s iconic moments, legends and other historic entities.

“Embracing Detroit’s creative spirit is at the heart of what we do,” said Asia Gholston, Vice President of Brand Marketing, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. “By joining forces with Kiloh + Co. and SANA Detroit, we’re not only elevating the game-day experience, but also celebrating the authentic, local talent that defines our community. This collaboration seamlessly blends our passion for sports with Detroit’s innovative design culture, and we’re thrilled to bring that unique energy to our fans on and off the ice.”

For the Women’s History Month and Women in Hockey game at Little Caesars Arena on March 6, the Red Wings are collaborating with Livonia, Mich.-based Kiloh + Co. for a special ticket package and exclusive merchandise line.

Kiloh + Co. is a female-owned clothing company founded in 2017, specializing in fashionable game day wear for women. Amanda Adamcheck, the founder and owner of Kiloh + Co., was a Detroit Tigers season-ticket holder and wanted simple and chic local clothing items to wear to the games; so, she created them.

When the Red Wings host the Utah Hockey Club on March 6, fans can purchase a special ticket package which will include a game ticket, a limited-edition Kiloh + Co. Red Wings shirt and early access to Little Caesars Arena for the exclusive Kiloh + Co. pop-up that night.

The pop-up shop will be available by the Via bar on the street-level concourse. From 4:30-5:30 p.m., special ticket package purchasers will have early access to the venue.

Following the 4:30 p.m. early access window for Kiloh + Co. ticket package purchasers, all fans who enter the arena that night can access the pop-up once doors open to the public at 5:30 p.m. Puck drop is slated for 7 p.m.