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Joe Louis Arena was an arena in Downtown Detroit. Completed in 1979 at a cost of US$57 million as a replacement for Olympia Stadium , it sat adjacent to Cobo Center on the bank of the Detroit River and was accessible by the Joe Louis Arena station on the Detroit People Mover .
Apr 8, 2017 · The Red Wings' home for 37 years is a spartan gray box with no windows, but a beloved barn for fans and players. Learn about its unique features, its role in the team's history and its final game before demolition.
Joe Louis Arena was home to the Detroit Red Wings before the opening of Little Caesars Arena in 2017. Built in 1979 for $34 million, it is named for legendary Detroit boxer Joe Louis. The arena, one of the oldest in the NHL, was also one of the few that maintained its original name without a corporate sponsorship.
Aug 31, 2023 · Red Wings Notes. Named after the legendary Detroit boxer Joe Louis, Joe Louis Arena was more than just an ice hockey venue. Built in 1979 at a cost of $34 million, this iconic arena was one of the oldest in the NHL and notably one of the few to retain its original name without corporate sponsorship.
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Apr 7, 2017 · Top 10 moments in the history of Joe Louis Arena Some are triumphs, others disappointments. But all of these moments helped shape the history of one of the NHL's most iconic arenas.
Joe Louis Arena was the home of the Red Wings for nearly 40 years and won four Stanley Cups. It was a no-frills facility with a large capacity and a historic feel, but also outdated and cramped in some areas.
