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.

NHL analyst Todd Matthews of Octopus Thrower of FanSided predicts the Red Wings will move on from Patrick Kane in the offseason. “Patrick Kane isn’t finished yet, but heading into his age-37 ...