COLUMBUS, Ohio - The death of Detroit icon Mike Ilitch, owner of the Red Wings, Tigers and Little Caesars, has flooded Twitter with tributes and condolences.
Ilitch died Friday at age 87.
Here's a sampling of what's being said about the man who helped spearhead the revival of downtown Detroit:
Really sad to learn the news of Mr I's passing. He meant everything to the Wings, Tigers & Detroit. Best owner in sports. #RIPMrIlitch
-- Dylan Larkin (@Dylanlarkin39) February 11, 2017
I'm saddened to learn about the passing of Mike Illitch.