From a prison to The Shoe: Red Wings no stranger to outdoor games

In 1954, the Detroit Red Wings played what is believed to be the first outdoor game ever at Marquette State Prison against the inmates, known as “The Pirates,” after a challenge from the warden. The Red Wings, led by icons like Gordie Howe and Ted Lindsay, played a spirited game with differing reports of the final score, ultimately winning the Doniker Trophy. This unique experience in the middle of the 1954 season preceded the Red Wings’ sixth Stanley Cup win and remains a memorable moment in NHL history.

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