A special tribute is set to unfold as the team prepares to honor a longtime player during the upcoming "Celebration games," beginning with the October matchup against Detroit. The initiative involves distributing commemorative news pads featuring the player, marking a unique way to celebrate their contributions. Fans and observers may look forward to seeing how this creative gesture plays out on and off the ice.

Wolfie has some news pads to honour Kipper for the team's '04 Celebration games. First one is Oct. 24 against Detroit. Photos by Chris Wahl ...