31 Years Ago Today, the Red Wings Unleashed the "Russian Five" on the NHL

TRENDINGNFL Power RankingsBrewers rout Rays in Game 3Cowboys clobber EaglesValkyries beat Dream in Game 5Harry Kane wins Ballon d'OrStory byStory by31 Years Ago Today, the Red Wings Unleashed the "Russian Five" on the NHLJake TyeTue, October 27, 2026 at 6:20 PM UTC·3 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesBob Probert Was More Than an Enforcer - He was a Detroit Red Wings OriginalFrom his days alongside Joey Kocur to a memorable encounter with the St. Louis Blues' longtime public address announcer, Bob Probert brought toughness, talent and an unforgettable personality to the Red Wings.Detroit Red Wings On SIThe Daily: Red Wings Come Home on High Note; Could Break EvenThe Detroit Red Wings come back to Little Caesars Arena after a week and a half long road trip on […]Detroit Hockey NowRed Wings Legend Reveals the Change That Helped Brendan Shanahan Score 50 GoalsRed Wings legend Brett Hull revealed how Brendan Shanahan became an elite goalscorer, saying that Shanahan's stick was holding him back. 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