DETROIT (WXYZ) — March 26, 1997: A day that will long live in the minds of Detroit Red Wings and Colorado Avalanche fans.

March 26 marks the anniversary of the brawl between the Red Wings and Avalanche that served as the turning point in the heated rivalry and a run to two Stanley Cup championships.

The Detroit Red Wings had to scramble to fill their lineup as they faced one of the league's elite teams. The Avalanche were too much.

Mike Goldberg recently reflected on calling the infamous NHL brawl between the Detroit Red Wings and Colorado Avalanche.

Colorado Avalanche goaltender Patrick Roy takes a punch from Detroit’s Mike Vernon during ... Just as important as the brawl, the Red Wings rallied to win 6-5 in overtime to send a message ...

DENVER — The Detroit Red Wings had to scramble ... first Tuesday at Ball Arena, the Colorado Avalanche were simply too fast, too skilled and too good. The Wings were bounced, 5-2.

The Detroit Red Wings are set to finish up their Mountain Time road trip on Tuesday night when they take on the very talented Colorado Avalanche. The Red Wings are on the second half of a back-to ...