Saturday

October 16th

1946

When "Mr. Hockey" was just a teenager... 18 year-old Gordie Howe scored his first NHL goal in his first career game. Detroit finished with a 3-3 against Toronto. Howe also had two fights in the game.

Friday

October 15th

2009

Nicklas Lidstrom scored the 1,000th point of his incredible NHL career. Point 1,000 came on an assist on an even strength third period goal to give the Red Wings a two goal lead against the Los Angeles Kings at Joe Lewis Arena.