Have you ever had the feeling of seeing crazy eights? Well then today’s moment is really for you. This one occurred 23 years ago and on opening night for the Detroit Red Wings. Rmember when there were ties? Ah those were the good old days. At any rate, we have a moment and video of sorts. Talk about a true classic….
October 14, 1988
Detroit Red Wings tied St. Louis 8-8 in their season opener — the first time in Detroit history –spanning 63 years and 4,052 games — that a game of theirs ended with the score tied 8-8. Dave Barr led the scoring with a goal and three assists.