Detroit Red Wings owner Mike Ilitch passed away today at the age of 87. Following the sports legend’s death, the hockey world began an outpouring of grief and well wishes, including several current/former players, analysts, and executives.
Ken Holland says Mr. Illitch was "the very best, nobody better. He was passionate not only about the team but the city of Detroit "
— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) February 10, 2017
Saddened to hear about the passing of Mr.Ilitch. He was a pleasure to play for and his will to win was second to none. #MrI #Wings #Tigers
— Danny DeKeyser (@DeKeyser5) February 11, 2017
Mr. Ilitch was a giant of amateur sports in @CityofDetroit who gave unselfishly so youth could enjoy sport. Condolences to his family. #RIP
— Craig Button (@CraigJButton) February 10, 2017
It was an honor to play for Mr. I. My thoughts are with his family. #RedWings https://t.co/O7liBu0TTQ
— RealPatrickEaves (@Patrick_Eaves) February 11, 2017
Sad day … rip https://t.co/L67sqj1tmW
— mathieu dandenault (@mdandenault25) February 11, 2017
https://twitter.com/HOFBlues16/status/830224555163541504
Mr "I", not just our owner but a man who cared about every single player, no matter your importance. #RedWings and hockey lost a great man
— Aaron Ward (@NHL_AaronWard) February 11, 2017
Mike Ilitch brought superstars to Detroit for decades. His first big addition: a kid named Steve Yzerman. pic.twitter.com/jYwaUkoM9M
— Brad Galli (@BradGalli) February 11, 2017
Our condolences to the @detroitredwings and the Ilitch family on the passing of Mike Ilitch. ❤️
— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) February 11, 2017
Mr "I" thank you for everything you've done. @littlecaesars @DetroitRedWings @tigers we'll all miss you.
— Mike Modano (@9modano) February 11, 2017
#Blackhawks Chairman Rocky Wirtz released this statement on the passing of Detroit Red Wings owner Michael Ilitch: https://t.co/82bF4QMW45
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) February 11, 2017
The #CBJ & Columbus family join the hockey community in mourning the passing of @DetroitRedWings owner Mike Ilitch.
— Columbus Blue Jackets (@BlueJacketsNHL) February 11, 2017
https://twitter.com/MSU_Hockey/status/830212055592472578
The Ottawa Senators extend our most sincere condolences to the family of Mike Ilitch and the entire Detroit Red Wings organization.
— Ottawa Senators (@Senators) February 11, 2017
LA Kings President, Business Operations and Hockey Hall of Famer Luc Robitaille on the passing of Mike Ilitch: pic.twitter.com/hTVK2EGPPY
— LA Kings PR (@LAKingsPR) February 11, 2017
Ken Holland on Mike Ilitch. pic.twitter.com/nSatJ0i6Xx
— Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) February 11, 2017
We're thinking of you, @DetroitRedWings. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/aT0ZqvGNis
— NBC Sports Hockey (@NBCSportsHockey) February 11, 2017
Really sad to learn the news of Mr I's passing. He meant everything to the Wings, Tigers & Detroit. Best owner in sports. #RIPMrIlitch
— Dylan Larkin (@Dylanlarkin39) February 11, 2017
Commissioner Bettman statement on the passing of @DetroitRedWings owner Mike Ilitch. pic.twitter.com/Bj6bkWJeeL
— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) February 11, 2017
https://twitter.com/GMillerTSN/status/830204326123548676
