Feb 19, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings defenseman Patrik Nemeth (22) handles the puck as Florida Panthers right wing Brett Connolly (10) defends during the first period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
The Detroit Red Wings will be taking on the Florida Panthers in less than 24 hours tonight. The Red Wings, following their 7-2 loss last night, were rocked by some news that affected everyone in the organization:
The #RedWings are devastated to learn tonight of the passing of longtime team masseur Sergei Tchekmarev, a beloved figure around the Red Wings dressing room since 1998.