June 2, 1982: 28 years later
by Casey Richey on Jun 2, 2010 10:03 AM CDT
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PrintJust taking a look around on the Detroit website I noticed that 28 years ago today, Mike and Marian Ilitch bought the Red Wings from the Norris family. In the 28 years they've owned the team, the Ilitches have shown undying dedication to the team and have done everything possible to further the excellence of the team.
A great organization starts at the top with the ownership and the moves they make to hire the front office people in charge of management. They got off to an excellent start by hiring Jimmy Devellano to take over as general manger in 1982 and the franchise turned around after that point. Since the Ilitches have taken over, the Wings have won 4 Stanley Cups and made the playoffs 24 of 27 times.
The Ilitch family is a familiar one in the Detroit area, owning the Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Tigers and is known nationwide for the Little Caesar's Pizza chain. The family is also known for the philanthropic efforts in the Detroit area.
Felt like it was post-worthy on the day of the sale to the Ilitch family, 28 years ago.
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It’s just too bad their pizzas are hit and miss now. Yeah yeah mass production started here in the D, but it doesn’t work with food. I wonder if anyone in the NHL played Little Caesars Amateur Hockey?
I only go there because of the crazy bread...
I’m pretty sure that’s how they get most of their customers.
Amen
Considering the turnaround from where the Wings were when the Illitches bought the team to today, it’s pretty remarkable. Especially considering the team has been serious contenders every year for well over a decade.
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