The Detroit Red Wings, often called the Wings, are a professional ice hockey team headquartered in Detroit. They compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference. They are also one of the Original Six teams of the league.
Established in 1926, the team initially bore the name Detroit Cougars until 1930 and later became the Detroit Falcons for two seasons. In 1932, they adopted their current name, the Red Wings. The Wings' home games were hosted at Joe Louis Arena from 1979 to 2017. Since the 2017–18 season, their games have taken place at Little Caesars Arena.
Renowned as one of the NHL's most successful franchises, the Detroit area is commonly known as "Hockeytown," a trademark owned by the team since 1996. In their history, the Red Wings have demonstrated consistency in playoff appearances, notably achieving a 25 season streak from 1990–91 to 2015–16, marking one of the longest runs in NHL history.
Detroit Red Wings Stanley Cup History
The Detroit Red Wings, founded in 1926, stand as a storied American professional ice hockey team based in Detroit. A member of the "Original Six," they boast an impressive legacy with 11 Stanley Cup victories.
The team's early successes in the 1930s, clinching consecutive championships in the 1935–36 and 1936–37 seasons, set the stage for future triumphs. The 1950s marked an era of dominance, with legends Gordie Howe and Terry Sawchuk leading the Red Wings to four Stanley Cups.
In the late 1990s, under the guidance of coach Scotty Bowman, the Red Wings secured back-to-back championships in the 1996–97 and 1997–98 NHL seasons. The early 2000s witnessed continued success, including a Stanley Cup win in the 2001–02 season. The team's prowess was further highlighted in the 2007–08 season, clinching the Stanley Cup against the Pittsburgh Penguins. This was their last Stanley Cup victory till date.
How many Stanley Cups have the Detroit Red Wings won?
The Detroit Red Wings have achieved remarkable success, securing the coveted Stanley Cup 11 times in their history.
As one of the "Original Six" NHL teams, the Red Wings hold a prominent place in hockey history, and their numerous Stanley Cup victories underscore their enduring legacy as one of the league's most accomplished franchises.
Here's a table summarizing the Detroit Red Wings Stanley Cup victories:
| TEAM | SEASON | SERIES | GP | W | L | T | OTL | PTS | PTS% | G |
| Detroit Red Wings | 2007-08 | Stanley Cup Finals | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | .667 | 17 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 2001-02 | Stanley Cup Finals | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | .800 | 14 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 1997-98 | Stanley Cup Finals | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1.000 | 13 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 1996-97 | Stanley Cup Finals | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1.000 | 16 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 1954-55 | Stanley Cup Finals | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | .571 | 27 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 1953-54 | Stanley Cup Finals | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | .571 | 14 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 1951-52 | Stanley Cup Finals | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1.000 | 11 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 1949-50 | Stanley Cup Finals | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | .571 | 22 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 1942-43 | Stanley Cup Finals | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1.000 | 16 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 1936-37 | Stanley Cup Finals | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | .600 | 9 |
| Detroit Red Wings | 1935-36 | Stanley Cup Finals | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | .750 | 18 |
FAQ's on Detroit Red Wings Stanley Cup Wins
A. The Detroit Red Wings have won the Stanley Cup 11 times.
A. The Red Wings won their first Stanley Cup in the 1935–36 season.
A. Right-wing Gordie Howe and goaltender Terry Sawchuk played pivotal roles in the Red Wings' success in the 1950s.
A. Sergei Fedorov, Slava Kozlov, Vladimir Konstantinov, Igor Larionov, and Slava Fetisov formed the "Russian Five."
A. The Red Wings won a record-setting 23 consecutive home games during the 2011–12 season.
