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Spartan, Red Wing alums to face off in charity matchup

February 26, 2014

A group of former Spartans will lace up their skates in a charity matchup against Detroit Red Wings alumni.

The alumni game will begin at 5 p.m. Friday at Munn Ice Arena, with tickets running $6 for adults, $3 for students and $3 for children.

Money raised from the game will go toward three charities: The Steadfast Foundation, 2-1-1 United and The Wounded Warrior Project.

Former Spartan and Red Wing and event organizer Kevin Miller was one of the alternate captains on MSU’s 1986 national championship team, but will be playing for the Red Wings in the game.

“I think it is great for the area,” Miller said. “I support these charities, I like MSU and (want to) bring excitement for one fun night.”

Former Spartan greats such as Jason Woolley, Bryan Smolinski and Kip Miller will sport green and white Friday. Current head coach Tom Anastos also could see the ice.

“I haven’t decided yet if I’m playing or not,” Anastos said. “It’d be a lot of fun, but I haven’t played in a long time.”

Former Red Wing and two-time Stanley Cup winner Joe Kocur will play for the Red Wings in the game.

Mickey Redmond, a former Red Wing and current Fox Sports Detroit hockey broadcaster, also is set to play for the Red Wings.

Fans will have the opportunity to get memorabilia autographed by players at the event as well.

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