Why and when did the Detroit red Wing start throwing the Octopus on to the Ice?

Question

Im wondering something i wondered about

I dont know about Hockey so thanks for the Info

Answer 1

back in 1952 it only took 8 wins to win the cup since an octopus has 8 legs now it takes 16 wins to win the cup that's why they throw an octopus on to the ice

let go red wings and i hope the lakers beat the c**p out of the Celtics because they beat my pistons

lets go red wings!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 2

i'm not a hockey fan and i've never heard of that.  i guess u learn something new everyday

Answer 3

Please stop asking this!

Answer 4

its just something thats done.

its been happening for a long time.

i think they made it illegal now though? not 100% sure on that one.

Answer 5

Back in the 1952 playoffs is when it started.  Since an octopus has 8 legs and back in the 1950's only 8 wins were necessary to win the Stanley Cup, this is how it started when a local fish store owner threw one on the ice.  The Red Wings went on to sweep both opponents, winning 8 straight games and the Stanley Cup.  Since then, the tradition has continued even though 16 wins are necessary to win now.  The Octopus has become a symbol of the Red Wing's playoff dominance.

Go Red Wings!!!

Gary Bettman sucks!!!

Answer 6

It started two years after hockey began.  it always has

been a tradition for the hockey club.

Answer 7

A long time ago and i dont think it is right i am so glad that the ppl from pittsburgh wouldn't sell them any its not humane