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Gordie Howe, at 42 in January 1971, was nagged by a rib-cartilage injury that at least allowed him to see more of his hockey-playing sons' games, The Sporting News wrote. Howe retired later that year after 25 years with the Red Wings, and by 1973 he and his two boys were playing for the Houston Aeros of the WHA.

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Red Wings vs. Avalanche rivalry, explained: How Detroit and Colorado became hockey's most heated feud

There was bad blood all over the ice when the Red Wings and Avalanche would meet.

Bryan Murphy

How to watch Unrivaled: TV channel, live stream for ESPN's E:60 documentary on Red Wings vs. Avalanche

The blood remains bad between players from these two clubs nearly 30 years later.

Bryan Murphy

Ranking the Red Wings' 4 best coaching candidates to replace Jeff Blashill

The Red Wings fired coach Jeff Blashill at the end of the regular season, who was with the team for seven seasons.

Bryan Murphy

Red Wings 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

Detroit showed a flash of the future with their rookies shining this season.

Bryan Murphy

Red Wings' Tyler Bertuzzi remains unvaccinated for COVID-19: 'Natural immunity now'

After being activated from the NHL's COVID-19 protocols, Bertuzzi told reporters that he still doesn't plan to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

Dani Mohr

Red Wings' Filip Zadina calls Canucks' Conor Garland slur after hit

The Red Wings forward was upset about a reverse hit by Garland in the third period.

Jackie Spiegel

When is the NHL Draft lottery?

Who will get to make the all-important first overall pick in July? Everything you need to know about the 2021 NHL Draft lottery drawing.

Jackie Spiegel

What Tim Peel said that got him fired

Peel was heading for retirement, but the NHL removed him indefinitely following the unfortunate hot-mic incident.

Joe Rivera

Mike Babcock pushes back on coaching controversies, says 'smell test doesn't add up'

The ex-Red Wings and Maple Leafs coach sat down with Sportsnet to discuss comments that arose after his firing in 2019.

Jackie Spiegel

How does the NHL Draft lottery work in 2020? Explaining Phase 2 odds, teams & date of draw

Sporting News breaks down everything you need to know about the funky 2020 NHL Draft Lottery.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL Player Gaming Challenge: Schedule, entry list, how to watch

All 31 teams, along with NHL Seattle, will be represented in a four-week tournament of "NHL 20" starting April 30.

Sam Ficarro

Power ranking all 31 NHL goal songs

Every goal song is accompanied by excitement, but some are much more iconic than others.

Sam Jarden

NHLPA Open: Participants, how to stream 'Fortnite' tournament

Sixty-five players will participate in a "Fortnite" tournament for a $200,000 charity prize pool

Sam Ficarro

Steve Yzerman's top five career moments

In honor of Steve Yzerman's 55th birthday, here are the five best moments from his historic career.

Sam Jarden

NHL injury report 2019-20: Who could return if season resumes?

Some big names are slated to return if the season resumes.

Sam Ficarro

What is a Gordie Howe hat trick?

A Gordie Howe hat trick is when a player scores a goal, records an assist and gets in a fight all in the same game. Howe only did it twice.

Steve Petrella

Andreas Athanasiou trade grade

The Oilers have acquired another piece to set them up for a deep playoff run.

Jackie Spiegel

Detroit Red Wings approach trade deadline already eliminated from playoff contention

It has been a long, long season in the Motor City.

Sam Jarden

Detroit Red Wings' Brendan Perlini cut in face by skate, receives stitches after scary play

Perlini seems to have narrowly avoided a major injury on this scary play.

Tommy McArdle

The 10 players most likely to be moved at NHL trade deadline

With the deadline two weeks away, the trade market is bubbling to life.

Lyle Richardson

Top 10 trade candidates coming out of the NHL All-Star break

Here's a look at the top 10 trade candidates and their potential suitors ahead of the 2020 deadline.

Lyle Richardson

NHL trade rumors 2020: Detroit Red Wings' Trevor Daley reportedly desires move to playoff contender

Daley, 36, won the Stanley Cup with Pittsburgh Penguins in 2016 and 2017.

Tommy McArdle

Detroit Red Wings' Dylan Larkin doesn't want fans to vote him into NHL All-Star Game: 'I like the days off more'

The 23-year-old has nine goals and 24 points through 40 games with the Red Wings this season.

Sammi Silber

NHL rumors 2019-20: Will Detroit Red Wings, Ottawa Senators be early sellers?

The NHL's trade deadline is Feb. 24.

Lyle Richardson

Toronto Maple Leafs' Jake Muzzin throws down, injures Detroit forward Anthony Mantha

The Red Wings placed Anthony Mantha on injured reserve for at least one week on Sunday.

Tommy McArdle

Toronto Maple Leafs' Michael Hutchinson captures first win with team vs. Red Wings

The 29-year-old hadn't impressed prior to Saturday's start with a 0-5-1 record through six games.

Sammi Silber

Former Red Wing Darren McCarty says Mike Babcock cost Detroit the Stanley Cup in 2009

"And it's not just the Johan Franzens and the Chris Chelioses. It doesn't matter who you are. It's a personal thing."

Tommy McArdle

Oilers GM Ken Holland says he was unaware of Mike Babcock mistreating players while coaching Detroit

"Am I aware that there was some unhappiness? Yeah. But there's always going to be some unhappiness. I don't care what your style is. But some stuff, I'm not aware of."

Tommy McArdle

Former Detroit Red Wings forward Johan Franzen calls Mike Babcock 'the worst person I've ever met'

Hockey Hall of Famer Chris Chelios alleged that Babcock verbally abused Franzen during his time in Detroit.

Sammi Silber

Chris Chelios says Mike Babcock was 'verbally assaulting' Detroit Red Wings' Johan Franzen

Chelios, who played 26 years in the NHL, said Franzen once had a nervous breakdown during and after a playoff game because Babcock's actions.

Tommy McArdle

Born in the UK: Red Wings' Brendan Perlini on his English upbringing, a fresh start in Detroit, and the Inbetweeners

The Guildford, England native was recently traded to the Detroit Red Wings after requesting a trade from the Chicago Blackhawks.

Sammi Silber

HHOF: Jim Rutherford changed the face of hockey — literally

The Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony is Monday, Nov. 18 at 8:00 p.m. ET.

Rudi Schuller

Hockey Hall of Fame 2019: Vaclav Nedomansky's induction goes beyond NHL

The Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony is Monday, Nov. 18.

Sean Farrell

Detroit Red Wings' Robby Fabbri scores twice in team debut vs. Bruins

Fabbri was acquired in exchange for Jacob de la Rose on Wednesday.

Sammi Silber

Detroit Red Wings' early woes serve as wake-up call: 'We need to find an answer . . . quick'

Detroit is 4-12-1 to start the 2019-20 campaign.

Sammi Silber

St. Louis Blues trade Robby Fabbri to Detroit Red Wings in exchange for Jacob de la Rose

The Blues and Red Wings swapped young depth forwards late Wednesday.

Tommy McArdle

Florida Panthers' Sergei Bobrovsky records first shutout with new team vs. Red Wings

Bobrovsky made 22 saves in a 4-0 win over Detroit on Saturday.

Sammi Silber

Senators score five, snap four-game winless skid

The Ottawa Senators defeated the Detroit Red Wings 5-2 on Wednesday night, putting an end to a four-game winless streak in the process.

Rudi Schuller

Canucks ride Horvat hatty for big third-period comeback

Down 2-0 heading into the third period, the Canucks pulled out a five-goal frame with three goals coming from their new captain.

Jace Mallory

Detroit Red Wings' Darren Helm ejected, fined for slashing Calgary Flames' Elias Lindholm

Helm was fined for his actions on Friday by the NHL

Tommy McArdle

Detroit Red Wings goalie Jimmy Howard misses badly on out-of-net save attempt

In a game knotted at one apiece, Jimmy Howard left the net on a risky play that ended in embarrassing fashion.

Jace Mallory

The Wraparound: Neal back to being 'The Real Deal'

The Wraparound is a new weekly series by Sporting News to bring you everything you may have missed during the past week in the NHL.

Jackie Spiegel

Detroit Red Wings' Anthony Mantha scores four goals in win over Dallas Stars

The 25-year-old is one of two players in franchise history to score four goals in a Detroit home opener.

Sammi Silber

NHL 2019-20 season: Key dates

The 2019-20 NHL season is finally upon us. Here are the games that you can't miss this year.

Rudi Schuller

Red Wings' Niklas Kronwall announces retirement, will join Detroit front office

The Swedish defenseman known for his heavy hits won the Stanley Cup with Detroit in 2008 and played 15 NHL seasons, all with the Red Wings.

Tommy McArdle

Boston sports teams' 2018-19 championship stash is (almost) unprecedented

With a win in Game 7, the Bruins can help the city of Boston achieve something that hasn't happened since 1935.

Drew Nantais

Oilers offer five-year contract to Ken Holland

Holland is currently the senior vice president of the Detroit Red Wings.

Matt Hornick

Hockey legend Red Kelly dies at 91

Kelly won eight Stanley Cups as a player with the Red Wings and Maple Leafs and also coached the Kings, Penguins and Leafs.

Marc Lancaster

Datsyuk uninterested in NHL return unless with Detroit

It is believed Pavel Datsyuk's preference is to stay in the KHL to close out his career with hometown club Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg. Detroit is the only NHL destination he'd consider.

Rudi Schuller

Steve Yzerman on why he had 'no hesitation' returning to Red Wings as GM

A Red Wing player of 22 years, Yzerman returns to Detroit with another Stanley Cup in his sights.

Matt Hornick

NHL Draft lottery 2019: Best odds to win No. 1 pick, 'Lose for Jack Hughes' sweepstakes

With likely No.1 pick Jack Hughes in sight, the Avalanche, Kings, Devils and others are in position to possibly land the 2019 NHL Draft's first overall pick.

Mark Suleymanov

Bertuzzi sets Red Wings record

Tyler Bertuzzi's red-hot end to March has carried over into April.

Rudi Schuller

NHL mock draft 2019: Senators, Rangers, Ducks gain stock in post-trade deadline edition

Four first-round picks for the 2019 NHL Draft changed hands before the trade deadline. Ottawa found a way to soften the Matt Duchene blow, while Anaheim, Los Angeles and the Rangers now have multiple selections in Round 1. How will they use them?

Steve Kournianos

Hockey world reacts to passing of Ted Lindsay

The hockey legend passed away at the age of 93 on Monday.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL trade tracker: Completed deals

The NHL deadline has come and gone. Here's a list of every completed deal before the 2019 cutoff on Feb. 25.

Jackie Spiegel

What time is the NHL trade deadline 2019? Latest news, rumors, top sellers

The 2019 NHL trade deadline is here and teams are already wheelin' and dealin'. Here is your one-stop shop for all the latest trade news and rumors.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL trade rumors: Top 10 players most likely to be dealt at the 2019 deadline

The 2019 NHL trade deadline is quickly approaching with stars like Matt Duchene, Artemi Panarin and Sergei Bobrovsky in the rumor mill. Here are the 10 players among them most likely to switch jerseys by Feb. 25.

Lyle Richardson

Red Wings finally retire Red Kelly's No. 4 in Detroit

Red Kelly won four Stanley Cups in Detroit and eight total during his Hall of Fame career.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL Rumor Roundup: Are the Penguins looking to move Phil Kessel?

Despite being one of the most consistent players in the NHL over the last few seasons, and the winner of two Stanley Cup's with Pittsburgh, Phil Kessel's name once again is popping up in trade rumors.

Lyle Richardson

WATCH: Alex Ovechkin scores 21st career hat trick in Capitals' win

The superstar continues to tear it up during his now 12-game point streak.

Conor Roche

NHL Rumor Roundup: With William Nylander back for the Maple Leafs, is Jake Gardiner the odd man out?

With William Nylander signed and upcoming RFA's Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner expecting big paydays, one has to wonder if there will be room for defenseman and soon-to-be unrestricted free agent Jake Gardiner in the Maple Leafs long-term plans.

Lyle Richardson

Red Wings' Tyler Bertuzzi suspended two games for punch on Avalanche's Matt Calvert

Tyler Bertuzzi will sit out two games for his punch on Matt Calvert.

Conor Roche

NHL Rumor Roundup: Is Jimmy Howard the answer to Flames' goaltending struggles?

With Mike Smith faltering the Flames have relied on backup David Rittich who has played well, but did struggle last season when he got more time between the pipes.

Lyle Richardson

Watch: Canucks rookie Pettersson scores 10th goal in 10th game

The 19-year-old rookie continued his hot start by scoring his 10th goal in his 10th game.

Conor Roche

NHL Mixed Bag: Slow-starting Panthers burdened by unmet expectations

Last year's strong finish has not translated into a quick start this season for the Florida Panthers.

Rob Mixer

Jordin Tootoo announces retirement from NHL: 'I owe my life to this game'

Jordin Tootoo announced his retirement Friday after 13 seasons in the NHL. The first Inuk player to reach the league wants to work with Indigenous communities.

Jackie Spiegel

WATCH: David Pastrnak nets hat trick and 100th career goal in Bruins win

The 22-year-old Pastrnak continues to show his scoring prowess as he becomes the third fastest Bruin to net 100 career goals.

Conor Roche

Atlantic Division 2018-19 predictions: Lightning still lap John Tavares-led Maple Leafs, field

Everyone is talking about the Maple Leafs and newcomer John Tavares, but the incumbent champion Lightning, insurgent Panthers and a young Bruins team crowd the top of the Atlantic.

Brandon Schlager

Niklas Kronwall happy with past, uncertain about future with Red Wings

Niklas Kronwall is an unrestricted free agent following the 2018-19 season, and is happy with the journey despite his future's uncertainty.

Alec Gearty

NHL Rumor Roundup: Bruins bide time before considering trades for winger

In the absence of Rick Nash, the Bruins are often linked to the likes of Artemi Panarin and Wayne Simmonds on the trade market. Plus, have these Red Wings veterans overstayed the rebuild?

Lyle Richardson

Henrik Zetterberg's health 'a real unknown' for Red Wings in 2018-19

Red Wings general manager Ken Holland said Friday the captain has "had a tough summer" due to his surgically repaired back, raising more concern about playing a 16th NHL season.

Brandon Schlager

NHL Rumor Roundup: Should the Bruins shop Tuukka Rask?

The signing of backup goaltender Jaroslav Halak has some wondering whether the Bruins might be better off trading Tuukka Rask.

Lyle Richardson

Checking in on the Red Wings' rebuild: Long-term outlook not perfect, but improving

The Red Wings have finally warmed up to the idea of rebuilding. After stockpiling a trove of draft picks, Detroit soon will enjoy an influx of young, cheap talent to offset its bloated contracts.

Adam Gretz

NHL Draft grades 2018: Islanders, Red Wings earn full marks; Rangers tank

The 2018 NHL Draft is in the books, so it's time to hand out grades. Sporting News has report cards on every team's haul, from the Islanders down to the rival Rangers.

Steve Kournianos

Johan Franzen's wife details his post-concussion struggles

Johan Franzen, who hasn't played in an NHL game in nearly three years, is still struggling with the affects of post-concussion syndrome, according to his wife, who detailed it all in a blog post.

Evan Sporer

NHL Draft 2018 lottery results: Sabres win No. 1 pick; Hurricanes, Canadiens jump into top 3

The Sabres won the 2018 NHL Draft lottery and will pick No. 1 overall for the third time in franchise history, while the Hurricanes shot up nine spots from No. 11 to No. 2.

Brandon Schlager

NHL Mock Draft 2018: Unraveling the mystery beyond Rasmus Dahlin at No. 1

Sporting News' first NHL mock draft for 2018 attempts to answer the biggest question: What will happen after Rasmus Dahlin is taken first overall in a deep class?

Steve Kournianos

When is the NHL Draft lottery? Best odds for No. 1 pick in 2018 NHL Draft

The race for Rasmus Dahlin, the presumptive No. 1 pick in June's entry draft, will reach the finish line April 28. Everything you need to know about the 2018 NHL Draft lottery drawing.

Brandon Schlager

'You have a job to do': No excuses for NHL teams not in playoff hunt

Members of the Canadiens and Red Wings explain how to approach games after being eliminated from playoff contention.

Salim Valji

NHL Rumor Roundup: John Tavares, James van Riemsdyk's best fits in 2018 free agency

A market for two of this summer's top unrestricted free agents-to-be is beginning to take shape months before July 1 arrives.

Lyle Richardson

Bruins' Marchand completes hat trick with OT winner against Red Wings

Brad Marchand scored 34 seconds into overtime to propel the Bruins to a 6-5 win on Tuesday.

Rudi Schuller

Rick Nash trade grades: Bruins get Stanley Cup boost — at a cost

Rick Nash didn't come cheap for the Bruins, but it'll pay off when the Maple Leafs and Lightning meet Boston in their looming playoff bloodbath.

Brandon Schlager

Islanders score four off Tyler Bertuzzi's slashing major, complete wild comeback in OT

Brock Nelson got the winner and the hat trick, but Islanders super rookie Mathew Barzal all but locked up the Calder Trophy, becoming the second player in NHL history with three five-point games in his first season.

Brandon Schlager

DeBrincat scores hometown hat trick as Blackhawks beat Red Wings

The rookie scored his second hat trick of the season in a 5-1 win Thursday.

John Arlia

Red Wings' Mrazek blanks Devils for second consecutive shutout

Mrazek became the first Red Wings goaltender in over 10 years to record back-to-back shutouts.

John Arlia

Dan Girardi leaves Lightning game after blocking slap shot with head

Dan Girardi left the Tampa Bay Lightning game Sunday after taking a slap shot to the side of his head.

Evan Sporer

'Tis the season of giving: Holiday wish lists for each of the 31 NHL teams

It's the holiday season, and a time for giving, so Sporting News granting each of the 31 NHL teams a holiday surprise from their wish lists.

Evan Sporer

Mike Green continues to find defensive balance with Red Wings

Mike Green discusses the balance on defense and what the future holds.

Alec Gearty

By the numbers: Canadiens rout Red Wings 10-1

Breaking down an old fashioned butt-whipping at the Bell Centre Saturday night.

Jim Cerny

Hockey Time Machine: The Hall of Fame case for Marguerite Norris, NHL's 'first lady of hockey'

Marguerite Norris was the first female executive in the NHL and the first woman to have her name engraved on the Stanley Cup. It's time to honor her rightful place in hockey history.

Jennifer Conway

Flames' Matthew Tkachuk gets one-game ban for starting line brawl

The NHL's Department of Player Safety handed out another suspension Friday stemming from this week's line brawl between the Flames and Red Wings.

Brandon Schlager

Red Wings, Flames break out into line brawl on Wednesday

Detroit and Calgary get into massive fight in front of the benches on Wednesday.

Ryan Young

Lightning in a bottle: Nikita Kucherov's case to create 'world's best' quartet

It's clear Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid and Erik Karlsson rate as the three best players on the planet. But Nikita Kucherov, the NHL's hottest scorer, is carving out his place among them.

Adam Gretz

Sven Baertschi scores twice in Canucks win over Red Wings

The Swiss forward opened his 2017-18 account in fine fashion on Sunday.

Rudi Schuller

Penguins get center Riley Sheahan, Red Wings granted cap relief in trade

Pittsburgh gambles it can revitalize a once-promising player who'd become dead salary cap weight Detroit needed to move to clear space for Andreas Athanasiou.

Brandon Schlager

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin sets NHL record with vintage overtime goal

The Capitals' captain broke a tie with Jaromir Jagr for most overtime goals in NHL history Friday.

Ryan Young

Red Wings, Andreas Athanasiou agree to one-year deal

The Red Wings finally ended a contract dispute with their 23-year-old center that lasted all summer.

Alec Gearty

Leafs star Matthews scores seeing-eye goal against Red Wings

The young forward got in on a high-scoring game with an impressive snipe in the first period.

Rudi Schuller

Lightning's Kucherov scores seventh goal in six games

Nikita Kucherov's extended his goal streak to six games.

Alec Gearty

Golden Knights introduce first mascot

Vegas Golden Knights introduce Chance as its newest mascot

Alec Gearty

David Booth, with new perspectives, cherishing comeback with Red Wings

David Booth has taken the long road back to the NHL, but has kept his faith in a potential comeback through his religious beliefs.

Murray Pam

Karlsson getting closer, won't play against Red Wings; Formenton to make debut

The All-Star defenseman won't return tonight but is inching towards his season debut.

Murray Pam

Watch: Wild's Devan Dubnyk makes insane save against Detroit

Minnesota Wild goaltender Devan Dubnyk kept the game scoreless with a seemingly impossible stop in the first period of the team's season opener.

Rudi Schuller

Red Wings, finally caught by salary cap, face a long road to overcome it

A web of ugly, aging contracts will prove difficult for general manager Ken Holland to untangle.

Adam Gretz

Atlantic Division 2017-18 predictions: Lightning surge leaves Senators as odd team out

The last two Atlantic champions missed the playoffs a year before winning the division. Odds are good the Lightning are about to become the third, and that means someone will pay the price.

Brandon Schlager

Hurricanes-Red Wings delayed

The cooling system is on the fritz at PNC Arena.

Brandon Schlager

Steven Stamkos' injury threatens to stall Lightning captain's early-season run

The Tampa Bay star injured his right leg or knee during the first period Tuesday against the Red Wings. He did not return to the game.

Brandon Schlager

Watch Ryan Miller's Web Gem sliding glove save over and over

The 2016 MLB season is finished, but the Canucks goalie has a late submission for Web Gem of the Year.

Brandon Schlager

Coyotes eat Pavel Datsyuk's contract to draft defenseman Jakob Chychrun

The Arizona Coyotes really wanted to draft Jakob Chychrun, so much so they agreed to eat a big contract.

Ron Clements

Pavel Datsyuk announces he's leaving Red Wings, moving back to Russia

The rumors had been swirling for some time, but the Red Wings forward confirmed he will be moving back to his native Russia.

Gabrielle McMillen

Gretzky: Retire Howe's No. 9

There were 15 NHL players to wear the No. 9 this past season. If Wayne Gretzky gets his wish, they will be the last players to do so.

Ron Clements

Blackhawks live to fight another day on Kane's stunning double-OT winner

It took a double dose of overtime (and a crazy goal by one of their stars) to overcome another dreadful third period, but the Blackhawks won Game 5 in St. Louis to stave off elimination.

Brandon Schlager

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Kucherov, Drouin spark Lightning, push Red Wings to brink

Jonathan Drouin and Nikita Kucherov led a lethal Lightning power play that struck the Red Wings for three goals in their 3-2 Game 4 win.

Brandon Schlager

Red Wings’ Abdelkader lands brutal blows on Lightning’s Blunden in melee

The Red Wings' Justin Abdelkader landed a flurry of blows to the Lightning's Mike Blunden at the bottom of a pile in Friday's playoff game.

Arthur Weinstein

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Blackhawks, Panthers get needed wins

Chicago and Florida even their respective first-round series at a game apiece. The Blackhawks get the benefit of replay and go on to down the Blues.

Ron Clements

Stanley Cup playoffs: Wings' Pavel Datsyuk has tooth knocked out, teammate retrieves it

Red Wings center Pavel Datsyuk got a big assist from Henrik Zetterberg.

Ron Clements

Stanley Cup playoffs 2016: Third-string goalie stands tall for Pens; plus, three stars

Jeff Zatkoff's 35 saves help the Penguins run away with a Game 1 win over the Rangers.

Brandon Schlager

Kevin Spacey helps Panthers set attendance record with 'Spacey in Space night'

The Academy Award-winning actor was part of Florida's franchise-record crowd of 20,817 fans during Saturday's loss to Detroit.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Alex Burrows apologizes to Patrick O'Sullivan for taunts about abusive father

Burrows said he wouldn't "cross that line now" with taunts in the wake of Patrick O'Sullivan's stunning account of childhood abuse.

Scott Ridge

Patrick Kane greeted with applause in Blackhawks' preseason opener

The Blackhawks forward played in his first game since rape allegations were made against him in August.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Patrick Kane on Blackhawks' training camp roster

With camp opening Friday, the star winger is at the center of a sexual assault investigation in which no charges have been filed.

Bob Hille

Babcock close to deciding future

The longtime Detroit coach expects to make a decision on his next move by next week.

Sacha Pisani

Alfredsson to retire

Daniel Alfredsson returns to the Senators on a one-day deal.

Brandon Schlager