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How each Red Wings arena gave fans a totally different experience

The Red Wings have played 99 seasons in three different arenas in their 100-year history. Besides the time gap, what were the differences between them from a fan perspective?

Olympia Stadium In Detroit | Barbara Alper/GettyImages

What comes to your mind when you hear "Olympia Stadium"? You probably think about the Production Line, Gordie Howe, and maybe even the worst stretch of Red Wings hockey in franchise history known as the "Dead Wings" era.

What about when you hear "Joe Louis Arena" (or as it's often referred to as "The Joe")?