Human Side of the Story - Episode 41 - The Ilitch Legacy in Detroit

In 1982, Mike and Marian Ilitch purchased the Detroit Red Wings from the Norris family, who had owned the franchise for half a century.The early years weren't easy but, with some successful drafting led by Neil Smith, the foundation was laid for a team which eventually made the playoffs 25 consecutive years. The Ilitch's are synonymous with Detroit. Owners of the MLB Tigers and the Little Caesar's franchise, Neil also shares a story about the family patriarch and an iconic figure in American history which many may not ever heard.Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBj1LV0-DMfBhcRPSJZLjAX: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparoundNeil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeilVic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/NHL Wraparound Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/#NHLWraparound #ShortShifts #NYCentric #NeilSmith #VicMorren #AdirondackRedWings #CalderCup #MikeIlitch #MarianIlitch #ChrisIlitch #DetroitTigers #LittleCaesars #MargueriteNorris #RosaParks