The Detroit Red Wings have confirmed what Detroit Hockey Now’s Bob Duff reported earlier today–that former Red Wings team masseur Sergei Mnatsakanov has passed away:
The Detroit Red Wings are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former team masseur Sergei Mnatsakanov. Sergei was a member of the 1997 Stanley Cup Championship team that brought the first Stanley Cup to Hockeytown in 42 years.
— Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) August 24, 2024
Our heartfelt condolences go out to his wife,… pic.twitter.com/AaPYjJjM4X