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Michael Ilitch Sr. (July 20, 1929 – February 10, 2017), also known as Mr. I, was an American entrepreneur and restaurateur who served as the founder and owner of the international fast food franchise Little Caesars Pizza. He also owned the Detroit Red Wings of the National Hockey League and Detroit Tigers of Major League Baseball.
Learn about Mike Ilitch's life and legacy, from his humble beginnings as a pizza shop owner to his achievements in sports, entertainment and philanthropy. He was a visionary leader who transformed Detroit and left a lasting impact on millions of people.
Feb 11, 2017 · Mike Ilitch, Little Caesars founder and owner of the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings, died Friday at a hospital in the Motor City. He was 87.
Mar 4, 2020 · Longtime Detroit Tigers and Red Wings owner Mike Ilitch has passed away at the age of 87. In a press release from Ilitch Holdings, Inc., Chris Ilitch (Mike’s son) announced his father’s passing...
Feb 10, 2017 · DETROIT -- The man behind the Tigers' turnaround from American League also-ran to two-time AL champion has passed. Mike Ilitch, the longtime team owner whose investment of financial might into the team 13 years ago spearheaded his quest for a World Series title, died Friday at age 87.
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Feb 11, 2017 · Ilitch built a pizza empire and bought the Red Wings and the Tigers, keeping them in the city as others moved out. He was a visionary, a philanthropist and a fan of Detroit, according to city leaders and sports officials.
Feb 10, 2017 · Ilitch bought the Red Wings in 1982 and transformed them into a dynasty, winning four Stanley Cups and revitalizing Hockeytown. He also owned the Tigers and was a pizza mogul.
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