Fans delighted when a former Detroit Red Wings defenseman was shown on the Little Caesars Arena Jumbotron, greeting Vladimir Konstantinov with cheer and applause.
That was more than what was earned by the product on the ice. The Wings talked about paying back the New Jersey Devils for two tough outings this season but walked away Tuesday with another embarrassing loss, 4-1.
The Wings (15-46-4) talked of taking pride in how they finish the season even though they were mathematically eliminated from the playoffs Feb. 21. Faced with an opponent headed for the draft lottery, and going up against a veteran goaltender enduring a tough season, the Wings still were outmatched.