Watch: Little kid becomes unexpected star of Red Wings game

Everyone loves a cute hockey fan.

Dan Gartland | Dec 19, 2016

Watch: Little kid becomes unexpected star of Red Wings game /

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Red Wings fans had plenty to cheer about during their 6–4 win over the Ducks, but the biggest roar of the night came during a break in the action in the third period, thanks to this little guy on the Jumbotron.

The Red Wings won - but this little kid won the hearts of every person at Joe Louis Arena. WATCH: Hilarious response from the fans. pic.twitter.com/FlpTFbfbCp
— Brad Galli (@BradGalli) December 18, 2016

Fans responded so warmly to the kid that the team named him the honorary first star of the game.

The rowdy kid at the Red Wings game named honorary first star. pic.twitter.com/Mf9vqjscx4
— Brad Galli (@BradGalli) December 18, 2016

It seems obvious that they should invite him back for another game. He could even be a new mascot. Call him Nicklas Kidstrom.

Published Dec 19, 2016

DAN GARTLAND

Dan Gartland is the writer and editor of Sports Illustrated’s flagship daily newsletter, SI:AM, covering everything an educated sports fan needs to know. He joined the SI staff in 2014, having previously been published on Deadspin and Slate. Gartland, a graduate of Fordham University, is a former Sports Jeopardy! champion (Season 1, Episode 5).