During one game in 1995, 36 octopi were thrown onto the ice, including one that weighed 38 pounds. That year, Al the Octopus was commissioned as a mascot for the Red Wings. It was named after the then ...

An octopus came flying onto the Delta Center ice. What started as a tradition for Detroit Red Wings fans in 1952 made its way to Salt Lake City for the first time on Monday night as Utah Hockey ...

SALT LAKE CITY — An octopus was on the ice ... continuing the long-running Red Wings tradition that dates back to 1952. So, hey, at least Utah got to experience some NHL lore in the loss.