Not that it’s much of a surprise, but Red Wings fans are gravitating toward forward Jordin Tootoo.
With two big fights in the first period of Tuesday’s 4-1 victory over Dallas, the sellout crowd at Joe Louis Arena was roaring and the Red Wings themselves looked more energized.
Some people have compared Tootoo to Dallas Drake, who played such a vital role for the Red Wings in 2008.
Drake was probably a better all-around player. But Tootoo is likely a better fighter and bring a physical element to the game the Wings haven’t had in quite a while.
Many Red Wings fans seemed perplexed by the Tootoo signing. But now, gradually, he’s becoming a cult hero.
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