Kansas City Red Wings


The Kansas City Red Wings were a professional hockey team that operated in the Central Hockey League for two seasons, 1977–78 and 1978-79. They were the top farm team of the NHL's Detroit Red Wings. They played in what was then called Kemper Arena in Kansas City, Missouri.

1977-78 season

The Kansas City Red Wings joined the CHL in the 1977-78 season. Coached by Larry Wilson, the team missed the playoffs with a 34-39-3 record for 71 points.
Dave Hanson played for the Kansas City Red Wings during the 1977-78 season.

1978-79 season

Coached by Larry Wilson, the team compiled a 37-36-3 record for 77 points and made the playoffs, only to lose in the first round.