Detroit Red Wings The Five: Unique Red Wings Father-Son Combinations (+) Mike O'Connell's father played QB against Detroit Lions in NFL Championship Game Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in here Published 2 years ago on August 20, 2023 By Bob Duff Former Colts RB Tom Matte's father Roland played in the NHL for the Detroit Cougars in 1929-30. 0share Share Tweet Flip Sign UpMike O’Connell’s father played QB against Detroit Lions in NFL Championship Game Membership Required You must be a member to access this content. View Membership Levels Already a member? Log in here 0share Share Tweet Flip Sign Up Related Topics:Dan PetryDetroit Hockey NowDetroit Red WingsfeaturedGordie HoweJeff PetryJimmy PetersMark HoweMike O'ConnellSid AbelTom Matte Up Next Red Wings Legend Fetisov Helping Out Konstantinov Don't Miss Mastrosimone Ends Up With AHL Deal With Toronto Marlies You may like This Player Won’t be Red Wings Prospect Much Longer Praise For Red Wings Star From Unexpected Sources Blashill Deserves Second Chance Following Red Wings Debacle Get DHN in Your Inbox Enter your email address to sign-up and receive notifications of new posts by email. Email Address Subscribe Red Wings Roster & Cap Info