Detroit ranked as top NHL city, struggles in other sports

A national study has declared Detroit a hockey town, grading the city 23rd overall in sports fandom. The Detroit Red Wings received a strong second-place ranking in hockey, far ahead of other local teams, with the Lions, Tigers, Pistons, and Detroit City FC rated lower. The study reflects a broader assessment of 399 cities focusing on metrics for major sports. The Red Wings' current situation includes captain Dylan Larkin's unpaid suspension while awaiting a trade and Simon Edvinsson's unsigned status ahead of a Dec. 1 deadline for the season. The study emphasizes the disparity in fan engagement across sports in the city.

• 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Study Says Detroit Is a Hockey Town and Not Much Else