“Welcome Home” | Steve Yzerman’s First Day as GM

Ken Kal sits down with new Executive Vice President and General Manager, Steve Yzerman, and new Senior Vice President, Ken Holland in a Red Wings TV exclusive.

[@ericksheldon3870]

I met Steve at a Norfolk Admirals game in 2011, when he was the GM for Tampa Bay. I was in third grade at the time, and growing up a Red Wings fan, I may have been the happiest kid on the planet. But what really stood out to me, was that when I spoke with him, he seemed to be genuinely interested in what I was talking about. As a kid, it really meant a lot to me. He’s easily one of the most down-to-Earth people I’ve ever met, and that’s always stuck with me ever since. Now that he’s back with Detroit makes me happier than words can describe. Welcome home, Steve.

[@thewaterwarrior9817]

I played in the same soccer league as his daughter in like 3rd grade and I always saw him but was too shy to say anything 😂😂

[@romanbellic4042]

wow steve is a douche

[@wdn4l535]

That 2011 Admirals team was fucking deadly. Just goes to show how good of a GM Steve is.

[@thenickfoxx]

@@romanbellic4042 Can't tell if that's sarcasm or not lol

[@paulgilliam5910]

Think about the years he played,when Detroit we're cellar dwellers,he stayed,he played his guts out when he could have flown the coop.Steve yzerman is a class act,he's everything that's good in hockey,he belongs in Detroit,welcome back sir. Go wings go!!!!

[@jaysenst.charlesthelakehea9327]

You are correct! Stevie Y is a all-universe class act.

[@BourbonandaBaby]

So excited for the Yzerman era to begin!

[@vektacular]

Again!!

[@Dillon6479]

Its going damn good i’d say!

[@seansmith8920]

Stevie Y is my generations Gordie Howe.....welcome back Steve, we missed you. It will take time but I know you will get us back to the promised land

[@lgrw9883]

Hope so. Most excited I’ve been about the wings since 2013 when we were up 3-1 against the hawks and I thought we were cup bound.. hopefully we will be again soon

[@nakdrofnats9963]

It’s awesome seeing all the wings i grew up watching are now in the front office. They’re going to build a winner

[@scummydummy]

DETROIT Loves you Stevie!!! Always have ur back and glad your home!! Wed love to see ya down at Caramagno at the Eastern Market, just sayin hahaaa

[@rathbone4561]

must be a wings fan.You dont even know how to spell correctly,lmao

[@debtminer4976]

@@rathbone4561 I invite you to take a real hard look at your comment. Don't hurt yourself.

[@13DatsyukDangle13]

@@rathbone4561 I always find it hilarious when people criticize other people for their spelling or grammar, and their comment is riddle with horrible grammar. You come off as an uneducated dick.

[@mattkraig]

We’ll miss you here in Tampa. Stevie Y is the man!!!

[@kakarroto007]

Who would have thought Steve Yzerman would have been scouted by the Red Wings, through free agency? Welcome back, my guy!

[@dubz2167]

We love Stevie !!!! Let’s goooo

[@jsandersoncatholic]

3:57 ❤Tear runs down cheek. Beautiful, just beautiful

[@jameslayco9]

Welcome home captain!! Red wings fan from San Jose California

[@gordenboccia1455]

I am a Habs Fan but sooooo excited for you Red Wings ... Stevie Y is awesome...

[@williammontroy9024]

He was merely a rental in Tampa lol I never doubted for a second he was coming back just honesty was happily surprised it was so soon .I figured at least 2 more years . I grew up a wings die heard and the glory days were awesome but I didn't quite understand the development of those teams . It's so exciting to get to watch and understand better the team get built . I have full confidence that the Captain will build us a sick team . Go WINGS ..WELCOM HOME STEVIE

[@vektacular]

I remember meeting Steve in the summer of 1992 and I asked him if he was gonna score 50 that year...his response was “I’d like to but how bout the cup eh.” He was my favorite player ever of all time....I was only 16 when I met him that day and I’ll never forget it....he’s truly all about the W.

[@Saint3188]

Welcome back Stevie we missed you so much.

[@samyb2834]

As an Habs fan, I'm glad this is happening. Detroit is an amazing franchise.

[@MrRedwing90]

Blessed to have Steve Yzerman at the Helm! Let’s return to the Playoffs in 2023!

[@jaypas2359]

Welcome home Captain!

[@Rob-uc8zr]

Jay Pas he’s the General now!

[@Andres64B]

Yzerman will always be "The Captain".

[@vashstarwind36]

Greatest GM!! My (and many peoples) All-Time, #1 sports hero!! #19

[@whoisfriskee]

Nashville fan here. Growing up, watching Detroit in the Cup Final almost every year, it was truly an honor seeing Steve, and that unbelievable Red Wings team come to Nashville to play multiple times a year. My parents lived in Detroit for a while, so it was always bittersweet seeing two teams I loved beating each other up each time they played. Long story short, seeing Steve Yzerman enter the Detroit organization once again, definitely brings back some good memories. I really look forward to seeing him take this team back to its championship mindset. Maybe we’ll see a Detroit-Nashville Cup Final in the coming years!

[@CRlMZlN]

Respect to Kenny Holland. The guy took a LOT of heat from fair-weather "fans", but he took it on the chin and had a solid tenure as GM. The guy's a great manager. The Captain coming home wouldn't have happened without him. Thanks Ken.

[@bumpinugly4985]

yeah, no one can dispute what KH did for the wings. With that said, it was time.

[@WapitalismandWreedom]

Salary cap was not his friend

[@Rob-uc8zr]

Thank you for so many good years and memories Kenny!! You’re a legend!! Stevie you were drafted about the time I was born, no matter what the future brings thank you for your hard work and dedication and not taking your blessings for granted!!!

[@10sinjj]

It’s about time~

[@benxvariety8878]

Great to have you back Stevie! I'm sure you'll be great! Now let's go win that cup!

[@thewaterwarrior9817]

We're glad you're back stevie

[@runningwindadventures]

Let’s get the grind line reunited while we’re at it!! Go Wings

[@thebranndoful]

Great person and player. Pure class. Hope you guys get some great puck! Habs fan.

[@trublu3287]

Glad you're back in hockey town, I see great things coming soon. Good luck Steve.

[@judeau9151]

We have come to expect championships, but we love the Captain. Trust and patience in the Yzerplan.

[@soggynothere2438]

Glad to have him back would love to just skate with him at a slow pace talking about the memories

[@lisalafayette]

Hey Stevie, so glad you're back home!! This man is a legend. And even more important he's just such a decent, good guy. But hey, I'm totally biased when it comes to "The Captain". The fact that he's so talented (and so dayum good lookin'!!!) makes me a fan for life!! Love, love, love our Stevie!!!!!.

[@trisgilmour]

Stevie is back!!!!!

[@Simon-tc1mc]

I'm. So. Excited.

[@tracysmith8958]

I’m a Devils fan but I enjoyed his game and enthusiasm throughout the years. Seems like a cool dude to have dinner with and talk Hockey for hours. Good Luck getting better, Detroit!

[@r.e.8809]

Just perfect

[@apetits311]

Let's go Stevie!!

[@yomynameisstewy]

Am so glad the champ is back in town. Let's win 3 more again under your name!

[@yamac488]

MyNameIsStewy The CAPTAIN is back in town! Fixed it for ya lol

[@redizit]

Yzerman is highly respected with so much class. Proud to have our MoTown hero back with the wings!

[@OCPDesigns]

I'm still crying

[@agnesbiesty4197]

Great hire Wings

[@forextrader7594]

Let's Go Stevie! Let's bring the cup home

[@romanbellic4042]

wings will be competitive in 5-7 years

[@swallowmyplantain3337]

@@romanbellic4042 After the moves he's made in the last 1.5 years, I'd put money on playoffs by 21-22 and cup contender by 22-23

[@riaranta3150]

Atta boy Yzerman! 👌🏻💯

[@tylerp1105]

The boys are back in town

[@roln7s463]

Let’s go baby! Stevie back where he belongs! Time to make Hockey Town great again! Go Wings!

[@mr.potter7844]

The Captain is back!!

[@Rob-uc8zr]

Mr. Potter he’s the General now!

[@cmurphy0707]

I really want to see the Wings get back to prominence in the NHL and with Stevie at the helm for the organization that made him a hockey legend it’s a good trend upward for them.

[@shaggymadoodle8342]

this is the all around greatest hockey player and human ive ever watched during my life. Look out for detroit next year this guy doesnt have to be on the ice to impact a team

[@milanskarvada7492]

Steve Yzerman is the world's biggest hockey icon. For him, my favorite number 19 and Red Wings are the most popular team in the world. Even more than a national team. I'm glad she's at Red Wings.

[@bonniesmusic4336]

💋❤GO WINGS!!!

[@Jinator132]

Welcome home Steve!

[@PorkYoSelf]

I am happy for Stevie. He put us in a great spot, and it sucks we couldn't win the cup before he left. I am sure he will be working his cap magic for Detroit. Can't wait to see how the media will explain that with the ol' Florida has no income tax BS.

[@DV_Dark_Jedi]

Welcome Home to "The Captain"!!

[@brownbenplumm9027]

I’m a bruins fan but damn I love Steve yzerman

[@MrJamer47]

I not a redwings fan but that pratice facility looks dope bright future for the redwings.

[@onlyNtimE]

Hey Steve I would like working with you too. Your team so reminds me of my favorite soccer team why I ha e always followed the wings

[@civilizeddelinquent563]

Stevey is an absolute beautyyyyy

[@WoMo091]

YEEEEEEESSSSS!!!

[@bjules1958]

Love that Hank was front and center. He's not Stevie, obviously, but I've always loved him. Awesome that Stevie is back, and I think RW are heading in the right direction.

[@BSANDY]

1:01 Hank... leave some for the rest of us jesus.

[@bigred3164]

Greatest Captain Ever!

[@PRYVTgomerPYLE]

Born and raised Leafs fan here... Both parents born in Windsor. Just wanted to say, I am glad Stevie Y is back at home. You guys need him now, more than ever! That city needs a resurgence, it needs something to cheer for!!! I remember the Red Wings being the most dominant team I have ever seen when I was younger... It was no question that with Sergei and Steve, they had the best line 1 & line 2 center combo in the league. Why? Because they were both leaders and could play 2-way hockey. I hated (only because I wanted my Leafs to play like it) and respected what they could do on the ice. I never liked that Steve was in Tampa, I always thought he should have been given the job in Detroit way, WAY sooner. Good luck Steve, good luck Red Wings.

[@PRYVTgomerPYLE]

And yes I realize Sergei played both wing and center. I personally think he was better as a center. He was Gino Malkin, before Gino Malkin. HAHA!

[@commandershepard1838]

I’m glad he said he wants fast, skilled, competitive players as opposed to holland saying he wanted guys “big and tough to play against” cause that’s the direction the league is headed. I mean aho is out there laying the wood on guys, that’s why the canes are up 3-0 in the ECSF.

[@scottjohnson5828]

Steve Yzerman is going to turn this city back into hockeytown 🏒 and will make them make the playoffs next year! His presence and action is going to lift the players up!

[@jimmacready9369]

He’ll get it done.

[@mrsistyable]

I feel like I got my first hug from both my parents after I thought they forgot me at cedar point. Steve. U are ment to be here detroit needs u. U are the eminem to hockey

[@igorpetrov1614]

Steven, collect the Russian 5 and Red Wings win the Stanley Cup for Hockeytown.

[@angusbeef9718]

As player to GM that's 🔥 IMO #hockeyfan

[@15DurangoRT]

Never should have left!

[@ShoOterEhce11]

See ya Holland have fun in Edmonton 😂

[@80teg]

This guy is probably the 12th best hockey player ever, and to top it off, probably also the 20th best GM ever -- but he walks around with the modesty of an intern. Meanwhile, we got guys like John Tortorella who walks around like he invented water.

[@Ktallica]

80teg player stats would agree but there is something about his leadership skills that make him contend as one of the best captains of all time. The way he commanded respect from his guys on the ice sets him apart from the other stat leaders. This role will further his legacy as a leader. I’m excited as a Wings fan and it’s nice to have a beacon of light in Detroit sports again.

[@Jay9999]

Steveeeeee.......!!!$$ 💢💥🎇🎆🌟✨🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐welcome home Y

[@coyote8198]

Way to build the Management team RED WINGS. Keep the brakes on for another year please.

[@kingofprussia17]

One more year of tanking should be enough to make another dynasty, especially with Steve at the helm.

[@jack297899]

Love you

[@Andres64B]

Stevie Y!

[@dustinnunez5077]

Welcome home captain.

[@Prodo35]

It feels good. Larkin feels like the captain, no doubt. He looks like a face that is destined to raise a cup. Give him a couple years and Zadina should be ready to be a great piece alongside Athanasiou. And based on how good Yzerman made the Lightning, this guy can build a fucking team. Let's go wings!!!🐙

[@ryanmcneiltrains1305]

Watch, he only came back to the Red Wings, because of the awesome hockey arena.

[@sklingen21]

STEVE YZERMAN IS.....MANAGER! *the office*

[@xblackcatx1312]

Detroit needs him.

[@nonfyourbusiness187]

Bro, finally...

[@TrevorPhilips]

Welcome home, _Batman played by Michael Keaton_

[@robjames3864]

I wonder if he's going to coax his draft guru in Tampa into coming to Detroit. Something to watch for.

[@coyote5.02]

Rob James who is that.

[@robjames3864]

@@coyote5.02 www.rawcharge.com/2017/3/16/14938044/tampa-bay-lightning-steve-yzerman-understanding-the-yzerplan-the-draft-al-murray-scouting-bolts The man behind the drafting strategy in Tampa is Director of Amateur Scouting Al Murray. When Yzerman was hired to be the Lightning’s General Manager in 2010, he recruited Murray away from his position as head scout for Hockey Canada, where he had won a pair of IIHF World Junior Championship gold medals (2008, 2009) and one IIHF World Under-18 Championship gold medal (2008). Al Murray has been at the helm of Tampa’s amateur scouting department since the 2011 NHL Draft. 42 of the 46 players drafted by Murray are still with the organization (three were traded away and one went unsigned). If you include the three undrafted free agent signings, Murray has brought in a total of 49 players and the Bolts have kept 46 of them. That 94% retention rate speaks to the idea that Yzerman trusts Murray’s selections to develop into valuable players. That trust combined with patience has put the team in a position to succeed both now and well into the future.

[@robjames3864]

I think Tyler Wright the current head of amateur scouting for the Wings is a good one but Yzerman might want his own man. That is if he can pry him away.

[@coyote5.02]

Rob James hopefully Steve can get him to come over.

[@80teg]

Good scouting seems to be a 4-step process: 1- Have good scouts 2- Have enough of them 3- Give them what they want and need 4- Listen to them in the meetings There are enough good scouts out there; problem is a lot of suits make the "final call" and go against the guy whose put in more work, because they don't trust that they have hired the right scouts/personnel. Its also a common thread among teams with bad ownership: The GM goes against the scouts because of whatever reason, because the GM is insecure about his job; he considers every decision a possible reason to lose his job...... that won't happen with Yzerman in Detroit. There's also the opposite, where guys realize after 10 years of sheer incompetence, they will never get fired. I'm from Edmonton.... we're thinking of changing our name to the Edmonton Ol'boys Club.

[@AlvinWazHere]

As a Habs fan, im happy for Detroit and its good that they realize they need to rebuild with the right guy. Compared to Montreal we are keeping a braindead GM and are afraid to rebuild. Go Wings Go!

[@sebastianpatriksson7814]

FUCKING LOVE YOU YZIE

[@Rough_justice]

I still can’t believe it’s called Little Caesars Arena....😂😂😭😭

[@stonecoldreznov2780]

M. Sincore Mike Ilitch was the owner/founder of Little Caesars so...

[@Rough_justice]

StoneColdReznov I get it, still cheesy as hell.

[@stonecoldreznov2780]

M. Sincore name wise The Joe>Little Caesars

[@bobjohnson7972]

This is where he always belonged

[@dansiwula9794]

Why not just be the coach of the wings? He's got the experience to do so.

[@sheaz1435]

2:32-3:07 Pav is on a plane right now to Detroit for a meeting with his agent. If a call to Chayka hasn't happened yet, I'd be surprised. I think Pav may actually be coming home. He doesn't want to pull a Dubas and develop too fast. If you do that, you gotta pay the kids after 3 years. It's putting your eggs in one basket.

[@kyrn5680]

1000th like!

[@etissite]

He's back where he belongs!!! LGRW

[@vmi4172]

Steve Yzerman is NHL's Derek Jeter.

[@RiggidyDiggidyRaw]

Steve "Is Earman"

[@waynewalentowski6108]

Steve never should have had to go to Tampa as General Manager, he should have been given the job in Detroit.

[@noahdempsey3329]

But Ken Holland refused to step down.

[@honolulublues5548]

Although I agree, maybe stepping out from under the Illitch family on his own makes him a better GM than if he had stayed. At least that is what I am hoping.

[@waynewalentowski6108]

@@noahdempsey3329 Then they should have fired him.

[@waynewalentowski6108]

@@honolulublues5548 That is very good reasoning. He did do a hell of a job in Tampa Bay.

[@J-bt5jw]

How crazy would it have been if Babcock was still there

[@NEPTUNE700]

Bring back Datsyuk!!!

[@loganburgos]

Bobby McDangles we’ll see..

[@Solovey232]

Oh yeah, he has just said today that he leaving SKA.. I was excited when Pavel came back to Russia, but then it felt like smth was wrong with that and lots of russian fans now would love to see him in his maybe last season in Motor city! Of course there is another option in his hometown Ekaterinburg and they want him so much, 'cause they whould have a chance to win the Gagarin Cup next year

[@Jay9999]

Is Pavel coming back ?

[@jonathangarmuth8975]

No

[@shgh2695]

De La Rose: traded Zetterberg: retired Ericsson: retired Anthanasiou: traded Kronwall: retired

[@jonathangarmuth8975]

Count his blinks, I dare you

[@zacka45]

I stopped counting after 100 😂

[@figgstersadventures9132]

Get Darcy Kuemper for your starter!

[@anthonyhockey9050]

I like the wings but the lightning are my favorite team