WingZNut13 99 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Prepare to be furious. Yeah I actually have a jersey similar to that one from last year. I am worried about game jerseys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 I never thought I'd hope for Little Caesar's Arena, but right about now, it sounds lovely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martyrme19 73 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Considering how much Dick Devos has done for the city of Grand Rapids and Michigan as a whole - I'm fine with this relationship. I was born in Grand Rapids and know first hand the kind of contribution he has made. Along with Van Andel and Bill Knapp - enough can't be said about all they have given this state. Regardless of his political leanings, you're delusional if you don't at least recognize his contributions. 1 LadyWildcat reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jedi 1,865 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Please remember, everyone, to keep this thread on topic about Amway's sponsorship of the Detroit Red Wings. If you want to discuss the political ideologies of Amway's founders, or anyone else for that matter, feel free to do so in the Political Discussion subforum. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CenterIce 83 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Well, now we have a general idea of what the new arena will be named;) You may be on the right track. http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20110901/STAFFBLOG13/110909995 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 I never thought I'd hope for Little Caesar's Arena, but right about now, it sounds lovely. OOOO..... Hockey arena shaped like a bag of crazy bread, slice of pizza, or a pizza box.... Creative eh? 1 55fan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 OOOO..... Hockey arena shaped like a bag of crazy bread, slice of pizza, or a pizza box.... Creative eh? And little pepperonis on the practice pucks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
13dangledangle 952 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 "It's more than Hockey" ...It's AMWAY. 2 lil Wing's fan and WingZNut13 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kira 451 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 There is a Howe Arena in Traverse City...why not one in Detroit? What would be the problem with that? Non-commercial, honoring a Detroit sports legend. I see nothing wrong with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 There is a Howe Arena in Traverse City...why not one in Detroit? What would be the problem with that? Non-commercial, honoring a Detroit sports legend. I see nothing wrong with it. That would be wonderful. Unfortunately in these days of corporate branding (can't blame them for wanting the free advertising if they're paying through the nose to build the arena) I have a feeling it will end up corporate. I'd be happy with Illich Arena. In fact, it might help me learn to spell it without looking it up every single time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NvrFrgtRussian5 85 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 excellent write up; http://hockeyindependent.com/blog/gordon/38121/ 1 sleepwalker reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACallToArms 270 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Has anyone been out to the official detroitredwings.com site? They mention: They proceed to show the Winged Wheel with "presented by Amway" right under it. I hate seeing the Winged Wheel tarnished with a company logo under it. And it's not just because it's Amway. It just looks ridiculous. Maybe I'm being over sensitive? Sick. Makes me want to vomit. I too hate seeing this much corporate branding tarnishing my beloved team, but the fact that its Amway makes it that much worse. Well, now we have a general idea of what the new arena will be named;) Pyramid Scheme Center? 1 55fan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WizardOfOz30 1,886 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 That would be wonderful. Unfortunately in these days of corporate branding (can't blame them for wanting the free advertising if they're paying through the nose to build the arena) I have a feeling it will end up corporate. I'd be happy with Illich Arena. In fact, it might help me learn to spell it without looking it up every single time. You mean Illitch? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martyrme19 73 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Please remember, everyone, to keep this thread on topic about Amway's sponsorship of the Detroit Red Wings. If you want to discuss the political ideologies of Amway's founders, or anyone else for that matter, feel free to do so in the Political Discussion subforum. The sum of the point to my post wasn't politically based, but more on the positive impact the individuals have had for the citizens in our State. I see a direct correlation with the Red Wings because as we know, Illitch has made this team possible due to his good fortunes with Litte Caesars. Furthermore, Illitch has continued to give back in many many ways that has helped stimulate the economy as well as help the advancement in Youth Hockey. This comes back to the Red Wings and their continued large picture success in many ways. Illitch has obviously fostered an endearing relationship with other successful men in our state and combined they have embarked on quite an impressive hockey Empire (Van Andel Arena/Griffins etc.) Every other arena has a corporate sponsor (at least nearly) - but how many can say that theirs is HOMEGROWN and continues to feed back into their State and youth? Possibly none - not at the level of which these men have achieved. I think this is a GREAT thing for the Detroit Red Wings as it further incorporates the family atmosphere that has seperated the Red Wings from the rest and why star players come here to win championships and not fill a trust fund. Professional Sports are a great thing - but before anything else it is a business. Hence the word "professiona". If anyone actually took a second to see things from a reality view point and take your cliche corporate hate out of the picture, you would see how this will only help the common good of our beloved Red Wings and the state in which the majority of its fanbase resides. 1 WizardOfOz30 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shady Ultima 40 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 Honestly, I don't think many people would have been nearly upset if it had been Belle tire, or GM, or any other Detroit based business that brings pride. I think what bugs people is they went with a shady pyramid scheme company. Plus, the article posted earlier made a great point. Promoting a pyramid scheme into a severely economically depressed area, it's like throwing a wolf in with some sheep. 2 gcom007 and 55fan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleepwalker 512 Report post Posted September 2, 2011 (edited) Honestly, I don't think many people would have been nearly upset if it had been Belle tire, or GM, or any other Detroit based business that brings pride. I think what bugs people is they went with a shady pyramid scheme company. Plus, the article posted earlier made a great point. Promoting a pyramid scheme into a severely economically depressed area, it's like throwing a wolf in with some sheep. THIS is exactly the point. People aren't upset about corporate sponsorship, as that was inevitable. People are upset because its Amway. Amway is a shady ******* pyramid scheme. They are scumbags that prey on the vulnerable. And to the guy who keeps saying the Amway helped out their local community. So what? I know its an extreme example, but so did Pablo Escobar. He was considered a saint in his community and helped everyone out, built up neighborhoods, built schools, etc. But in the bigger scheme of things, he was a total monster. Much like Amway. Edited September 2, 2011 by sleepwalker 2 55fan and roboturner reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kira 451 Report post Posted September 3, 2011 (edited) I'm a right-wing douchebag and I don't like them or this at all. There's nothing wrong with having political or religious views, and there's nothing wrong with discussing such things with other people if the other people are into discussing things, but that Amway meeting was cult-like. It was like, ok, we know you're a Christian, so if you don't join with us, you must not be a real Christian and you have no values. Huh? That, my friends is what is called a smoke screen. You could do the same thing with religion, politics, sports fanship... hmm, maybe they just added the latter to the others. At any rate, after seeing what devotion to the "program" did to my friend and her family, I stay far away from that sort of "programming". Honey, as far as I'm concerned, you're the farthest thing from a right-wing douchebag, and to even lump yourself anywhere near these sleaze merchants is an insult you don't deserve. You're so much better than they are. I'm sticking to my guns. Howe Arena. Not a damned thing wrong with it. Edited September 3, 2011 by Kira Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Motown4013 350 Report post Posted September 3, 2011 Howe Arena. Not a damned thing wrong with it. Only thing wrong with it is that it doesnt pay the bills!!! This sucks- F#ck Amway! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigWillieStyle 662 Report post Posted September 3, 2011 The first time I see Babcock take out the chalkboard and draw 3 circles, I'm going to start rooting for the Coyotes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted September 3, 2011 Agree with everyone else. Not only does Amway suck, but having a sponsor sucks. I noticed they changed their facebook. Now it's the Amway US Red Wings facebook page. So tacky. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted September 3, 2011 Just imagine- it could have been Little C's. Can you imagine the guy every spring saying "Playoffs! Playoffs!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kira 451 Report post Posted September 3, 2011 That I could tolerate more than those idiots trying to pull a Ponzi scheme. And I don't care if it doesn't pay the bills by calling it Howe Arena. At least we could hold our heads high doing so. Anything else, and I'd want to hide in shame. 1 55fan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted September 3, 2011 I'm bitterly disappointed that from now on whenever I see our truly magnificent logo, I will have to see an incredibly tacky 'presented by Amway' right below it. So, so disappointed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Wings Addict 787 Report post Posted September 3, 2011 Just imagine- it could have been Little C's. Can you imagine the guy every spring saying "Playoffs! Playoffs!" Stanley! Stanley!... Cup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites