On Thursday evening, news broke of the passing of Mike Ilitch at the age of 87. Since that time, the sports world has reacted to his passing via social media and press releases, including Detroit Lions President Rod Wood.
Here is the statement Wood released via DetroitLions.com:
“On behalf of the Martha Ford Family and the Detroit Lions, we extend our deepest and most sincere sympathies to the Ilitch Family and to the Red Wings, Tigers, Little Caesars and Olympia Entertainment organizations on the passing of Mike Ilitch.
“Mr. Ilitch’s many positive contributions to our city and region will be everlasting and will greatly impact future generations of our community. His leadership of the Red Wings and Tigers truly set a standard of excellence.
“We send our thoughts and prayers to the Ilitch Family and to every member of the Red Wings, Tigers, Little Caesars and Olympia Entertainment organizations.”
