Category: Slideshow
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Checking out some of Reebok and CCM’s new equipment
By Ryan Zuke – Reebok and CCM have released new equipment which focuses on improving safety and performance through new innovative technology. Jordan Boman, sales representative of Reebok and CCM, said the company is committed to moving forward with the new technology without sacrificing quality. The Reebok 20K skates introduce a new ‘Dynamic Support System’…
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Preliminary Hockeytown Winter Festival schedule announced
The Red Wings just announced a preliminary schedule for the 2012 Hockeytown Winter Festival. Here it is, so you can start re-adjusting your calendars. DECEMBER 15-26 Celebration of Hockey featuring amateur games, corporate outings and open skates. Information on booking ice time can be obtained by visiting DetroitRedWings.com/icetime. DECEMBER 27-31 Outdoor Festival featuring interactive games,…
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Oakland University actively recruiting after last season’s success
By Ryan Zuke – After losing in the ACHA Division I championship game last season, Oakland University is looking to assemble a team to make it back to the finals next year. The team announced its first seven signings for the 2012 recruiting class, including four Michigan natives. “We are very excited with this year’s…
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Tim Thomas’ Facebook page confirms hiatus
UPDATE: On Sunday afternoon, a post on Tim Thomas’ official Facebook page confirmed the rumors that the Davison native was taking a year off from professional hockey. Here was what was posted: From the earliest age I can remember, I’ve wanted to be a hockey player. I’ve been blessed in my life to not only…
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Tweets for No. 5: A compilation of social media messages about Nick Lidstrom
We’ve been tracking how hockey’s social media community has reacted to Nick Lidstrom’s retirement announcement. Here are some of our favorites from other players and people associated with the game. We’ll be posting fan submissions both here and in MiHockeyMag soon, so if you haven’t shared your thoughts on No. 5 on our Facebook page…
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Nick Lidstrom officially announces his retirement
By Michael Caples and Stefan Kubus – DETROIT – For the first time in more than two decades, the Detroit Red Wings will have to prepare for an NHL season without Nick Lidstrom. At a press conference held inside Joe Louis Arena – the building where Lidstrom established himself as one of the best defensemen…
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Flashback: Nick Lidstrom gets the ‘C’
Nick Lidstrom announced his retirement Thursday during a press conference at Joe Louis Arena. To look back on and celebrate a tremendous career for the Red Wings’ captain, we have pulled articles and photos about No. 5 from our MiHockey archives. Here’s an article from the start of the 2006-07 season, when Lidstrom was named…
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Flashback: Even a gruesome injury wouldn’t stop Lidstrom
Nick Lidstrom announced his retirement Thursday during a press conference at Joe Louis Arena. To look back on and celebrate a tremendous career for the Red Wings’ captain, we have pulled articles and photos about No. 5 from our MiHockey archives. The following is a column written by USA Today’s Kevin Allen for MiHockey after…
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Flashback: Why Lidstrom is the best Red Wing of all-time
Nick Lidstrom announced his retirement Thursday during a press conference at Joe Louis Arena. To look back on and celebrate a tremendous career for the Red Wings’ captain, we have pulled articles and photos about No. 5 from our MiHockey archives. In an October issue of MiHockeyMag, editor Michael Caples argued his case for Lidstrom…
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MiHockey’s Nick Lidstrom photo gallery
Nick Lidstrom is expected to announce his retirement at a press conference Thursday morning. We’re digging into the MiHockey archives to look back on, and celebrate, a tremendous career for the Red Wings’ captain. Here are some of our favorite photos from Lidstrom’s career with the Detroit Red Wings: