Success of Wings, Pistons make Detroit economy troubles easier to bear
                   
freep.com     May 16, 2008            

By JIM IRWIN • ASSOCIATED PRESS • May 17, 2008 It’s a sign of spring almost as dependable as dandelions: the Red Wings and Pistons are making the economic downturn easier to bear. “Those are all Detroit teams no matter where they’re located, and people want to be a part of that.” The same... [read full story]                    


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