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Steve Yzerman’s shot off Roy’s back might’ve saved the Red Wings

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Steve Yzerman made plenty of legendary plays during his time with the Detroit Red Wings. And his shot off Patrick Roy's back fits the bill.

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The Detroit Red Wings had gotten the best of Patrick Roy in the past, and they lost to him a time or two. In May 1997, the Wings needed to make something happen here, with a trip to the Stanley Cup Final on the line to whomever won this series.